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District AUXCHEF Program
Kenneth Enochs, District AUXCHEF Chair
Usual Disclaimer: The
AUXCHEF web pages are for informational purposes
only. Do not contact the webmaster regarding these pages. Contact the
AUXCHEF Chair for information and questions.
If you joined the Auxiliary to work with the Coast Guard all of your wishes come true here!
Kenn Enochs Auxchef Chair 5 NR
Testimonial:
I was very impressed with the training I was given in the Auxchef program conducted by Kenn Enoch and Ted Ballin. Professionally,
I have been through many seminar training sessions and this presentation was one of the best and most prepared. The weekend
experience was knowledgeable and very well presented. Even though cooking is a important part of my life, personally, professionally
and as a hobby, I learned many things I had never known. The Auxiliarists that were part of my training included first time novices
to those who have been kitchen savvy for years. It is a testament to our training that the entire team worked as one and we had lots
of fun doing it. M. Librizzi
Do you like to cook or work in a kitchen? Would you like to work on a cutter or at a Coast
Guard Station or just help out for special events and where you can. Then, this program is for you. You do not need to be a chef
or experienced cook, just willing to help out and become an AUXCHEF member....a great opportunity!
Benefits of the AUXCHEF Program:
To the Auxiliary:
Helps with recruiting and retention
Teaches new tasks and skills
Provides good public relations
To the Gold Side:
Relieves Guardians for other tasks and training
Improves moral and well-being of Guardians
Goals of the AUXCHEF Program:
To support the Gold Side
Relieve cooks at small boat stations and on cutters
Provide training to CG cooks
Provide assistance at VIP events
Support emergency responses
Qualifications:
Desire to help the Coast Guard
Cooking experience is not a requirement
Hepatitis "A" shots
Crew qualified for future augmentation on cutters
TCT training - every 2 years (8 hr.)
Time to augment - assignment can range from one meal to several days
Becoming an AUXCHEF:
Training by AUXCHEF Certified Instructors
18-22 hour course based on FS3 curriculum
Certification upon successful completion
Annual sanitation and advanced training
Volunteer for Duty:
Unit CO, FS and AUXCHEF Chair will determine the level of help needed and
select members to assist
General Issues:
Requests for assistance:
Unit will request assistance thru the AUXCHEF Chair
AUXCHEF Chair will ask for an AUXCHEF in that area and will make the
assignment
Berthing and meals usually provided by unit
Orders:
Type of orders depends on unit
Non-Reimbursable Orders
Reimbursable Orders
Usually Gas only for trips over 50 miles
Uniforms:
ODU or working blues
For VIP Events: white chef coat, black pants and black shoes
AUXCHEF Training Curriculum:
Training is a 18-20 hour class consisting of class room and hands-on
training
Based on the curriculum for an FS3 Striker Course
At a Coast Guard Station and in a Coast Guard Galley
Class size varies, but no more than 16 students
AUXCHEF Course Outline:
Tools and Equipment
Various types of galley equipment
Knife Skills
Safety and Sanitation:
Safe food handling and preparation
Personal hygiene
Safety in the workplace
Knife maintenance
Introduction to Food Preparation:
Basic cooking principals
Introduction to recipes and recipe conversions
Basic cutting techniques
Hands-On Meal Preparation and Serving
Working in teams: plan, prepare and serve a meal for the unit and guests
For more information, please contact
Kenneth Enochs.
Come Aboard and become an AUXCHEF
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