Cook Job in Naval Academy, MD

Vacancy No. 25-041b Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $20.34 to $20.34 Grade 5 to 5
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/10/2025 Close Date 10/28/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Naval Academy, MD


Summary

This position assists in the preparation of food products, obtains necessary ingredients and cleans food-preparation equipment, utensils, and work areas.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

US Citizenship is required in order to obtain the necessary Tier 3 Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance.

Duties

- Assists cooks in their tasks
- Obtains necessary products and small equipment items required for food preparation
- Carefully follows standard recipes while preparing all assigned items
- Follows manufacturers' instructions when operating food production and serving equipment
- Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices, including those related to personal hygiene
- Returns soiled food preparation utensils and other small wares to the proper areas
- Maintains a clean work station, including equipment used for food preparation tasks
- Collects food and beverage products and small wares required for item preparation
- Carefully follows standard recipes while preparing assigned items for banquet service
- Assists in plating food items for service
- Use correct measuring devices, and follow recipes
- Handles leftover food items as instructed by the sous chef
- Cleans banquet preparation and serving equipment
- Cleans assigned work station areas
- Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer / fridge temperatures
- Ensure stock rotation. Assist in the ordering of stocks and checking of deliveries, spending and check and value stocks as required by the Garde Manager Chef or Sous Chef
- Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Garde Manager Chef or Sous Chef.

Work requires continual standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and pulling, and bending. Frequently lifts or moves objects weighing up to 40 lbs. unassisted, and occasionally lifts or moves objects weighing over 40 lbs. with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must obtain and maintain a security clearance – requires 18 years of age
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required
  • Probationary period: Full Time and Part Time employees serve a one-year probationary period
  • Must be able to understand and communicate in English
  • Must complete an Occupational Health screening for this position

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) for this position are as follows:
** Your application must include narratives for each KSA, using specific examples to demonstrate your qualifications and experience.
1. Incumbent must possess a minimum of 6 months in a culinary role. Line cook experience is preferred.
2. Incumbent must have knowledge of food service equipment and proper storage techniques like "FIFO".
3. Must possess the ability to follow procedures and standardized recipes.
4. Experience as a short order, banquet cook, and/or prep cook.

Additional information

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.

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.

Benefits Eligible: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement, 401K, 401K Roth, 401K Loan, Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual

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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.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)) above.

All applications and supporting documents will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and KSA requirements listed in the announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.

Required Documents

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a claimed preference.

  • Resume, Cover Letter
  • Transcript and/or Diploma ~ Required for some positions
  • If Claiming Veterans Preference ~ DD-214 page 4
  • If Claiming Spousal Preference ~ Proof of Marriage and PCS Orders
  • If Claiming ICTAP Eligibility ~ Reduction in Force (RIF) notice and SF50 or equivalent)
  • Current or Former Federal Employee ~ SF50 or equivalent

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 no later than NOON on the closing date via the Naval Academy Business Services website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/

Online Application:https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/application-for-federal-employment-of-612/

Agency contact information

US Naval Academy NAF HRO
Address
US Naval Academy NAF HRO
181 Wainwright Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
US

Next steps

All applicants must submit an application via the https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/website, and will receive an email confirming submission.


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


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