Enlisted Aide Training Course
This course is designed for enlisted personnel from all branches of service who have met all requirements and have been identified as Enlisted Aides. It provides personnel with in-depth knowledge on the fundamentals of household management to enhance their management skills through formal, lecture, and hands-on instruction. Students attending the course are encouraged to pass on the knowledge gained to their peers and subordinates. Ultimately, the course objectives will improve the quality of service available to all General Officers and Flag Officers of the United States Military.
This is an ITRO course. Course length is based on a 5-day, 40 hour academic week.
Course Description
The Enlisted Aide Training Course consists of the general policy governing Enlisted Aide duties and responsibilities to include: Developing a continuity book, household management, military customs and traditions, interpersonal skills, uniform maintenance and assembly, accounting and financial administration, formal table setting and service, basic bartending, planning, preparing and presentation of a 4 course gourmet menu, protocol procedures for official entertaining, schedules and time management, safety and security of the quarters, anti-terrorism and OPSEC for all branches of the armed forces.
DOD Instruction 1315.09
Utilization of Enlisted Aides on Personal Staffs of General Officers/Flag Officers.
Prerequisites
ARMY
Normally, enlisted aides hold PMOS 92G; however, Soldiers with other PMOS may be assigned if requested by the GO. Soldiers may volunteer for enlisted aide duty at any time and will remain in the pool of available Soldiers, provided they meet the following prerequisites:
- Possess a current food-handler’s certificate (or be qualified for a certificate).
- Be graduates of the food service specialist course or have like experience.
- Volunteers who have a civilian-acquired skill in MOS 92G.
- Have at least 24 months of active service remaining.
- Have an aptitude area score of 90 or higher in aptitude area composite OF (operators and food).
- Posses or be able to obtain a driving permit.
- Have no information on record that may preclude a favorable SSBI (must receive a favorable SSBI before assignment).
NAVY
Culinary Specialist (CS) in pay grades E4-E8; must currently be assigned to a General/Flag Officers Public Quarters or assigned to an Afloat/Ashore Flag Mess. In addition, CS’s assigned to the White House Mess, Camp David and the Pentagon are authorized via their chain of command and through the Enlisted Aide/Flag Mess Detailer to attend both the Advanced Culinary Training Course and or the Enlisted Aide Training Course. For further information contact:
Senior Enlisted Aide Training Course Instructor
- COMM: (804) 734-3112
Course Scope
Consists of the general policy governing enlisted aide duties and responsibilities to include:
- Purchasing of Subsistence
- Supplies
- Government and Personal Equipment
- Financial and Management Administration
- Table Service
- China
- Silver
- Glassware
- Bar Service
- Menu Planning
- Seating Arrangements
- Interior and Grounds Maintenance
- Crime Prevention
- Counter Terrorism and Safety
- Ethics
- Integrity and finally Family Relations
Uniform
Duty uniform will be the Army Combat Unit (ACU) and the Navy Working Uniform (NWU). In addition, you will be required to bring a white chefs coat, chef pants and black shoes for lab instruction. Also, please bring business casual outfit for a class field trip e.g. slacks, polo shirt, blouse and appropriate shoes. For the Graduation please bring Class B’s IAW AR 670-1.
Duties of an Enlisted Aide
The duties of an Enlisted Aide vary since their requirements are tailored to the needs of each General Officers/Flag Officers; however, most Enlisted Aides perform the following types of duties:
- Maintaining the General Officers/Flag Officers uniforms.
- The planning and execution of official, military social events.
- Daily meal preparation, to include menu development, shopping and storage of rations.
- Administrative requirements and record keeping of finances.
- Household Management to include the upkeep and preservation of the assigned quarters.
- Accomplish tasks that aid the officer in the performance of his or her military and official responsibilities.
Points of Contact
The Joint Culinary Training Directorate (JCTD) is currently undergoing a realignment, and all phone numbers and distribution boxes are being updated. For any inquiries, please direct your correspondence to the following email address: