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Department of the Navy

U.S. Marine Corps

MIRAMAR MCCS

Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

Duties

Works alone or with other cooks to include the Cook Supervisor, to perform a full range of culinary tasks.
Prepare and cook a variety of menu items including appetizers, regular and special entrees (hot and cold), and dessert items.
Works from production sheets to weigh, measure, and assemble ingredients needed (mise en place) and portion food items minimizing preparation time, and avoiding food material waste.
Follows standardized recipes and prepare food by peeling, chopping, grinding, paring, cutting, slicing, dicing, pureeing, dredging, flouring, or breading; adjusts for the number of servings required in large quantity cooking as directed by Supervisor.
Prepares cold food platters; sets up carving stations and buffet lines for service, plates food for service. Creates appropriate garnishes for buffet and plated presentation.
Maintains proper temperature for all foods during thawing, cooking, holding, serving, transport, cooling and reheating to assure quality control and food safety.
Ensure that proper storage, labeling and dating practices of food items is followed.
Clean, store, and maintain all kitchen utensils and clean and maintain all equipment and work areas after each use practicing a "clean as you go" concept. May perform various other cleaning tasks (e.g., walls and ceilings, floors, work tables, walk-in refrigerators, and duckboards) following an established cleaning schedule.
May work with Chef and Supply Technician in rotation of food inventories to maintain quality standards.
Assists in breaking down, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen.
Banquet experience mandatory.
Must possess or be able to obtain a current food handlers license or equivalent ServeSafe certification.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

Skills and Knowledge:

Practical knowledge of ingredients, food preparation principles and an understanding of the characteristics of the various foods they prepare such as color, flavor, consistency, texture, and temperature and cooking time required.
Knowledge of food handling and preparation equipment and associated safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Experience in the planning process involved in cooking an entire meal including different preparation methods for various food items, the necessary time for cooking these different items, and how to schedule and coordinate preparation to produce a properly cooked meal on time.
Ability to read and understand written food service material (e.g., food labels, standardized recipes, food production sheets, recipe conversion tables, and basic work instructions) and evaluate a variety of raw and cooked food items to ascertain their wholesomeness.
Knowledge of principles of food spoilage, food borne illness, and food safety.
Practical knowledge of methods and procedures necessary for requisitioning, issuing, and storing food items in accordance with inventory control requirements.
The ability to operate a variety of kitchen equipment which utilizes gas, electricity, steam, or microwave heat sources; disassemble and assemble component parts and accessories for cleaning, and follow safety procedures regarding the operation of equipment to avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment

Responsibility:

Receives work assignments orally and in writing from Cook Supervisor or higher-level Management.
Receive detailed instructions from Cook Supervisor or higher-level Management on cooking methods and use of equipment.
Responsible for the proper use and cleaning of equipment, safety practices, personal hygiene, and conformance with food service sanitation requirements.
Receptive and open to learning new or more challenging culinary tasks.
Plans, coordinates, and times assignments to assure food items are prepared on time and are at the proper temperature.
Practices standard food safety and sanitation.
Maintains good communication with kitchen and Front of House staff. Consults with Chef about necessary recipe modifications.

Physical Effort:

Required to lift and move objects, and stand and walk constantly.
Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs. independently and objects over 45 lbs. with assistance.

Working Conditions:

Exposure to hot and noisy kitchen environment to include:
- Steam, fumes and cooking odors
- Slip/fall hazards associated with wet or greasy floors
- Burns from steam hot equipment or hot foods
- Cuts from knives
- Shocks from electrical machines
- Exposure to cleaning and sanitizing chemicals
- Extremes in temperatures

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

Required Documents:

*Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.

*If prior military, DD214 Member Copy

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:

• Stability of Federal Civilian Service

• People with passion for doing work that matters

• Quality of Work Life Balance

• Competitive Pay

• Comprehensive Benefit Packages

• Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Required Documents

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website.

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement

If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your MCCS careers profile under ¿My Job Applications¿ https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=78437&PostingSeq=1

Required Documents to be considered for Military Spousal Preference

Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions.

Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement.
Spouse Preference eligibility begins 30 days before the military sponsor¿s reporting date to the new duty location.
Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60-day period of receiving new PCS Orders.
Spousal Preference applicants must provide a copy of the PCS order identifying a spouse¿s authorized move and the sponsor¿s reporting date to the new duty location. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station). Complete the online application and attach a resume.
Spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating.

NOTE: It is the applicant¿s responsibility to submit at the time of application the documents required to be considered for Military Spousal Preference. Please verify that information required has been uploaded/submitted, legible, and accurate. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status. MCCS Human Resources will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant.

Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.

VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

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