Cook

Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs · Department of the Interior

📍 Mescalero, New Mexico 💰 $20.61 – $28.91/hr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Department: Department of the Interior
Location: Mescalero, New Mexico
Salary: $20.61 – $28.91/hr
Hiring Path: Fed Transition
Number of Openings: 1
Security Clearance: Other
Date Posted: 2026-09-24
Application Deadline: 2026-10-05

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Job Summary

This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, District 4-Mescalero Agency in Mescalero, New Mexico.

Key Responsibilities

As Cook, WG-7404, your typical work assignments may include, but not limited to: Perform a wide variety of food processing and cooking tasks to prepare regular and special diet entrees. Ensure the proper procedures are used in the storage and handling of food. Plan meal preparations and processes to ensure food is done on time and at the right temperature.

Instruct the Food Service Worker in the receipt, check, or issuance of subsistence and on subsistence items, as well as the proper handling and storage of food. Maintain inventory and operation of food service appliances and equipment.

Requirements & Education

There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

Benefits

Related non-Federal experience or related experience as retired members of the uniformed services may be credited towards computing entitlement to leave accrual, at managerial discretion, providing that experience meets certain criteria. This provision allows new employees to earn annual leave at a higher rate than would otherwise be allowed. (5 Code of Federal Regulations, 630). For additional information, please visit: Creditable Service for Annual Leave

Contact

sandra.medina-avalos@bia.gov · 602-842-9167

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $20.61 – $28.91/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-05.

Who is eligible to apply?

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