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92G · ARMY · Enlisted

Culinary Arts
Specialist.

Army 92G (Culinary Arts Specialist). 336 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $58K–$75K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours336DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 6 semester hours recommended

Tech roles4mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage2/6direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 92G background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.

Sort · Match descending

/ 02 · Skill Bridge

The gap, named.

What 92G training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have07

01
Resource Optimization→ Budget and Resource Management
02
Procedural Compliance→ Quality Assurance and Regulatory Adherence
03
Team Synchronization→ Collaboration and Communication in Tech Teams
04
Situational Awareness→ Risk Assessment and Problem Solving in Tech Environments
05
After-Action Analysis→ Continuous Improvement and Process Optimization
06
Equipment Maintenance→ Hardware Troubleshooting
07
Army Food Management Information System (AFMIS)→ Food service inventory management software (e.g., CrunchTime!, MarketMan)

To learn12

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

+SQL for data querying+Data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)+Fundamentals of statistical analysis+Basic computer hardware and software troubleshooting+Help desk ticketing systems (e.g., Zendesk, Jira Service Management)+Customer service and communication skills+Software testing methodologies and tools+Programming fundamentals (e.g., Python, Java)+Test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JUnit)+Agile project management principles+Technical documentation and communication+Software development lifecycle (SDLC) basics

How VWC fits

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/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5

P.01

Executive Chef

$75K

High match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Advanced culinary techniques
— Restaurant management certification

P.02

Food Service Manager

$68K

High match

High demand

Skills to develop

— Budgeting and cost control
— Staff management experience
— ServSafe certification

P.03

Catering Manager

$62K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Event planning experience
— Client relationship management
— Marketing and sales skills

P.04

Nutrition Consultant

$65K

Moderate match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) credential
— Knowledge of dietary guidelines
— Counseling and communication skills

P.05

Food Safety Inspector

$58K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Certification in food safety and sanitation (e.g., NEHA)
— Knowledge of HACCP principles
— Auditing and inspection skills

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 92G training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Resource Optimization

As a 92G, you managed food supplies, equipment, and personnel to ensure efficient food service operations, minimizing waste and maximizing resource utilization, especially in challenging field environments.

Transfers to

This translates to a strong ability to optimize resources in civilian settings, whether it's managing budgets, inventory, or personnel to achieve maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

S.02

Procedural Compliance

You strictly adhered to food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and Army recipes to ensure the health and well-being of soldiers, requiring meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to following established procedures.

Transfers to

Your dedication to following procedures and maintaining high standards of compliance makes you well-suited for roles that demand adherence to regulations, safety protocols, and quality control measures.

S.03

Team Synchronization

You coordinated with food service officers, NCOs, and other personnel to ensure seamless food service operations, requiring effective communication, collaboration, and the ability to synchronize efforts to achieve common goals.

Transfers to

This ability to work effectively within a team, coordinate tasks, and communicate clearly makes you a valuable asset in any collaborative environment.

S.04

Situational Awareness

You maintained constant awareness of the operational environment, including food supply levels, equipment status, and personnel availability, to anticipate and respond to changing needs and potential disruptions.

Transfers to

Your ability to assess situations quickly, identify potential problems, and make informed decisions based on available information is a valuable skill in any dynamic environment.

S.05

After-Action Analysis

You prepared reports and studies on food service operations, evaluating performance, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective actions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Transfers to

Your experience in analyzing operations, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective actions equips you to contribute to continuous improvement efforts in civilian organizations.

/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches

Roles the recruiter won't suggest.

Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.

Logistics Coordinator

SOC 43-3071.00

You've been managing food supplies and coordinating logistical support in the military, ensuring timely delivery and efficient distribution. This experience directly translates to the role of a Logistics Coordinator, where you'll be responsible for managing the flow of goods, coordinating transportation, and ensuring that supplies are available when and where they're needed.

Adjacent · Match

Compliance Officer

SOC 13-1041.00

You've demonstrated a strong commitment to procedural compliance in food service operations, adhering to strict regulations and standards. This makes you a great fit for a Compliance Officer role, where you'll be responsible for ensuring that an organization adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Adjacent · Match

Project Manager

SOC 11-9021.00

You've planned and implemented menus, coordinated food service operations, and managed personnel, demonstrating strong project management skills. You can leverage these skills as a Project Manager, overseeing projects from start to finish, managing resources, and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy