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Indian Health Service · Department of Health and Human Services

📍 Davis, California 💰 $23.26 – $27.11/hr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Indian Health Service
Department: Department of Health and Human Services
Location: Davis, California
Salary: $23.26 – $27.11/hr
Hiring Path: Fed Transition
Number of Openings: 1
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-10-15
Application Deadline: 2026-10-29

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Job Summary

This position is located in a Youth Regional Treatment Center (YRTC) located in Davis, CA. The position is responsible for performing cook duties working alone or with a lower-level graded cook. This position reports directly to the Food Service Worker Supervisor. USAJOBS Help Center - Update your resume now so it meets new resume requirements A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Key Responsibilities

Prepares food for diets according to menu. Prepares regular and special modified diets which may include entrees, desserts, vegetables, sauces, salads, and breads. Makes appropriate substitutions, when indicated and evaluates outcomes. Assists with physical inventory. Occasionally orders, receives and checks food deliveries using proper procedures as required by the department. Assists in collecting meal vouchers for cafeteria meal service.

Utilizing standard recipes, follows measuring and preparation instructions. Makes recipes modifications to meet changes in number of servings required and make food more attractive and to improve taste. Adjusts amount and proportions. They test and evaluate new food products and develop and modify standardized recipes.

As required, cleans and maintain sanitary condition of equipment and work areas, sweeping and mopping floors, washing utensils, tables, refrigerators, and cleaning ovens and ranges. Works alone OR with food service personnel in performing routine and special cleaning duties such as sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning tables, food carts, windows, stoves, sinks, freezers and refrigerators in kitchen and dining room, sorting, stacking and washing dishes, pots and pans.

Requirements & Education

There are no education requirements.

Contact

napua.gonzalezaponte@ihs.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Indian Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $23.26 – $27.11/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-29.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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