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| USS CONSTELLATION (CV64) In July I was aboard the USS CONSTELLATION(CV64) for a 17 day underway with the air wing on board. I thought I had experienced everything the Navy had to offer as far as cooking was concerned. I was up at 0400 every morning not by choice. The ship never stopped. My berthing space was under the jet machine shop. We also had stowage in our space that was always good for a late night visit. I had to walk 150 ft. from the rack to use the head; another first for me. The real adventure began When I reported to S-2 to start cooking. I have never been a part of cooking 17,000 a day underway. There are 7 galleys on an aircraft carrier and a bake shop that bakes a staggering amount of bread and cakes etc.everyday. 20 hrs. of food service every day. The reefer decks are huge and the freezer (let's play hockey) are massive. I had a really great time, the MS's were upbeat and we had a a great time. I got the VIP treatment. On the flight deck during flight OPS during both take and recovery. I came away with a great more respect for what these MS's do day in and day out. Not only cooking but paper work and deep cleaning. Very long Hrs in very hard conditions. |
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