COOK LEADER, NL-05/RFT, CDC, CAMP FOSTER Job in Camp Foster, Japan

Vacancy No. 70610 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $21.71 to $21.71 Grade 05 to 05
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/28/2024 Close Date 11/11/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Camp Foster, Japan


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.

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Duties

NON-APPROPRIATE FUNDS POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:    Cook Leader

SERIES:  7404    PAY LEVEL:  NL-05

INTRODUCTION: 
This position is located in Children, Youth and Teens Programs, Child Development Center, MCB, Camp S.D. Butler, Okinawa. As a working leader, the purpose of this position is to lead and direct NA, IHA, and contract cooks and food service workers ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen and CDC food program. The position also performs as a journeyman level cook to prepare and cook nutritionally balanced meals according to  the established menu plans and maintain overall sanitary conditions at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cook Leader Duties:
As a working leader, leads and directs NA, IHA, and contract kitchen staff in preparing and cooking meals in large quantities in a timely manner. Serves meals for up to 100 to 200 children daily in accordance with USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements.

Relays instructions from CYTP management and Food Operations Specialist. Gets work started.  Works along with kitchen staff and sets work pace. Establishes work schedules and assists management in controlling excessive labor expenses.  Answers questions on procedures, policy, and instructions.  Demonstrates work methods and provides work-related guidance to new employees.  Conducts on-the-job training and instructions.  Checks on work and meets productivity goals.  Ensures employees follow security, safety and housekeeping rules.

Ensures kitchen supplies, worksite materials and equipment are available for daily operation.  Responsible for completing daily, monthly, and annual inventory.

Makes necessary menu changes as directed by Food Operations Specialist. Notifies and receives approval for menu changes from management prior to implementing changes. Ensures that menu and menu changes are posted in a timely manner. Annotates menu changes on the production plan and all posted menus. As required, assists Food Operations Specialist  in developing recipes that would enable anyone to follow an industrial type menu.

Resolves simple informal complaints of employees and refers to management. Reports workplace injuries immediately to the immediate or higher level supervisor.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Must be at least 18 years old and have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school.
  2. A minimum of one year of experience as a cook to include demonstrated ability to lead and supervise subordinate staff.
  3. Must have experience in preparing a large number of servings (100 to 200) in a timely manner at dining facilities or equivalent.
  4. Knowledge of automated/electronic food ordering is highly desirable.
  5. Must be able to accommodate non-standard hours of duty to include nights and weekends.
  6. Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, walking, standing, bending, and crouching for the major part of the shift.
  7. Must be able to obtain and maintain a health card.
  8. Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (Tier 1) with Childcare background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under the age of 18.
  9. Must be able to complete training in First Aid and CPR within six months of employment.
  10. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate.
  11. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid SOFA drivers' license.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Experience and ability to prepare and cook food items in a timely manner according to the menu plan and verbal instruction.
  2. Possesses cooking techniques and ability to adapt the techniques to a variety of kitchen equipment to include an industrial type electric stove/oven.
  3. Experience and ability to supervise, train, and assign work to other kitchen workers.
  4. Must have a strong command of English to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

This position is designated as a Position of Trust, and the incumbent must be eligible for a background check.  Appointment and continued employment is subject to a favorable National Agency Check (NAC) Background Security Investigation and maintain updated checks to include the Child and Youth National Agency Check with Inquiries (CNACI).  

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.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, 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.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

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.

Benefits

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

THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA WITHIN 30 DAYS. 

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org

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.

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.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (MSP) - IAW DoDI 1400.25, Volume 315.

  • Applies to positions in grades NF-3 and below, and equivalent Craft & Trades and Child and Youth positions.
  • May be exercised once per permanent relocation (PCS), when appointed to a regular full or part time position.
  • Per DoDI 1400.25, volume 315, Enclosure 3, para 2.h.1, MSP eligibility terminates upon acceptance or refusal of an offer of a continuing position (part-time or full-time) in the federal service for which the spouse has registered for employment, whether or not preference was applied. 
  • Applicants hired into flexible positions (0-40 hours per week) or regular position with a time-limited appointment will not lose their spouse preference eligibility until movement or hired into a regular full or part time position.  
  • The time period for MSP eligibility begins 30 days before the military sponsor's reporting date to the new duty station, if accompanied, or at any time thereafter during the tour.

All military and DoD civilian spouses are required to provide a copy of their sponsor's orders during the application process. 

Agency contact information

CAMP BUTLER MCCS
Address
CAMP BUTLER MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN: NAF PERSONNEL OFFICER
FPO AP, 963735023
JPN
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Next steps

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