Cook Job in Everett, WA

Vacancy No. 24-12460813 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $23.04 to $26.88 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 7/5/2024 Close Date 7/19/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Everett, WA


Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)

Summary

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees. This position is located at the All American aboard Naval Station Everett in Everett, WA.

Duties

  • Relays instructions received from the supervisor and ensures the work is carried out in compliance with the instructions given and food service sanitation practices.
  • Makes recommendations to the supervisor in regard to approval/disapproval of leave; awards; and hiring; may contribute to employee evaluations.
  • Uses a full range of cooking procedures from frequently used to new or difficult recipes. Prepares a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces and gravies.
  • Estimates consumption of food items and places orders for food and other operating supplies.
  • Responsible for the proper storage, refrigeration, and labeling in accordance with sanitation regulations at all times.
  • Responsible for ensuing kitchen area, equipment and food prep areas are cleaned and maintained in accordance with sanitation regulations at all times.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Ability to satisfactorily complete background checks to include a National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI). Incumbent must have or be able to obtain a Food Handlers Certificate and upon hire pass 18 hour food managers safety course. Moderate physical effort is required in moving or lifting objects up to 50lbs on a frequent basis. Incumbent will be constantly standing, bending, stopping and reaching. Incumbent expected to work in hot, moderate to cold conditions. Flexible scheduling a must.

Qualifications

  • Must have Food Handlers Safety Course upon hiring
  • Must be able to pass PIC class given on site by Preventative Medicine.
  • Must understand the operation of mechanical equipment in the kitchen and problems relevant to food storage, composition of menus and training of staff. Knowledge of percentages and elementary cost accounting preferred.
  • Must possess skills to plan, coordinate and time sequence steps to prepare food on time without overcooking or waste; ability to recognize characteristics of food in deciding that raw materials are fresh and judge food by color, consistency, temperature, odor and taste.
  • Must have demonstrated experience and/or training in the preparations of large quantities of food in an industrial or restaurant setting.
  • Must have the ability and skill to lead a staff of cooks and food service workers.
  • Must possess basic reading, writing and math skills and interpret complex recipes and computer changes required to increase/decrease the number of portions.

Education

H.S. Diploma or equivalent.

Additional information

  • Must be able to use simple kitchen equipment and use common utensils. Must be able to follow food recipes and combine ingredients for pizza, salads, and other menu items.
  • Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays to support business needs and schedule will vary.
  • Work involves light to moderate physical effort such as frequently lifting or moving objects weighing up to 30 pounds, constantly standing and walking, and occasionally lifting up to 45 pounds.
  • Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.
  • Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States.
  • This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
  • Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

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.

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.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Résumé
  • Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
  • Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. Altered transcripts will not be accepted.

    Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.

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

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/19/2024 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12460813

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

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The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to nsapplications@nhr-ma.com to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

Agency contact information

NRNW NAF HRO
Address
NAVSTA Everett
1103 Hunley RD
Bldg 94
Silverdale, WA 98315
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Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.