EXECUTIVE CHEF - NF04 Job in Lake Buena Vista, FL

Vacancy No. NENAF2512716247 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $75,000.00 to $85,000.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 3/25/2025 Close Date 4/8/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Lake Buena Vista, FL


Summary

This position is for Executive Chef for Shades of Green Resort an Armed Forces Recreation Center with multiple dining locations.

Shades of Green Resort® - Serving Those Who Serve

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

The area of consideration for this vacancy is US and Non-US Citizens

Duties

  • Within a lodging facility, plans and manages the day-to-day food service program where full-service restaurant dining and catering are a regular, substantial basis of the total food operation.
  • Develops daily, catering, and specialty menus and provides forecasts for required tools, equipment, food items, and other supplies.
  • Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of menu items which involve standard to complex and innovative cooking methods.
  • Balances nutritional values of menus and ensures the quality of the total food service program.
  • Conducts regular inspections and evaluations to ensure safety, proper food storage, kitchen sanitation, and overall efficiency of operations.
  • Develops operating budget and identifies labor, equipment, and supply cost elements.
  • Controls pricing; food/supply ordering, storage, and issue; and food production methods and techniques.
  • Lower-level staff typically consists of subordinate chefs, skilled cooks, and other food service personnel.
  • Provides a full range of supervisory functions to include performance management, training and development, employee recognition, and conflict resolution.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required upon appointment
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
  • Satisfactory completion of employment verification (E-Verify) check
  • One year probationary period may be required
  • A physical examination may be required
  • Must be willing to adhere to and enforce a strict appearance policy
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
  • The ability to obtain (within first six months of employment) and maintain a Food Protection Manager Certification acquired through an American National Standards Institute(ANSI) accredited agency is required
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing using the English Language in a clear, concise, and grammatically correct manner.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME. GOVERNMENT POSITIONS MUST INCLUDE PAY PLAN, SERIES, GRADE, TO AND FROM DATES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCY/DEPARTMENT. All qualification requirements must include experience performing duties equivalent in scope and complexity to the next lower grade level.
  • Culinary management experience in full-service restaurants and catering operations which included various cooking styles or techniques; menu planning; inventory and supply management; and staff supervision.
  • Experience as an assistant/sous chef or successful completion of an accredited culinary program is highly preferred.
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Education

Education is preferred but not required for this position. If you would like for your education to be considered by the hiring panel as part of your overall accomplishments, you must attach copies of transcripts (online transcripts will be accepted). Only education from accredited and pre-accredited institutions will be accepted. Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalency in the United States. For more information, please click here.

Additional information

  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60 days after the closing date.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs, or a relocation allowance may be authorized if it is determined that the move is in the Government's interest and in accordance with the installation's relocation policy.
  • Please check out our application information kit to view additional information you may find useful when applying for our jobs.

Benefits

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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 experience is subject to evaluation and verification against the information in your resume. The numeric rating you receive is a self-assessment only and is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. If a determination is made that you rated yourself higher than is supoorted by your resume, or if your resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or you may be considered ineligible.

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume

Optional: Our job application (DA Form 3433) will be accepted in place of a resume.
Please note that if you upload multiple resumes, only the most recently uploaded version will be used to determine your qualifications for this position.

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or claimed priority/preference
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA Form 3433
  • DA Form 3434
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


Including any of the following on your resume may result in an ineligible rating:
Classified or government sensitive information
Social Security Number (SSN)
Photos of yourself
Personal information, such as specifically mentioning your age, gender, race/national origin, etc
Encrypted and digitally signed documents
Illegible documents or files that cannot be opened

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

You may submit your application packet using one of the two methods identified below:

  1. Electronically (preferred): https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for announcement number NENAF2512716247. All documentation required in the vacancy must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the closing date of the announcement.
  2. Manually: A manual application may be obtained by contacting the servicing Human Resources Office listed on this announcement. If you are applying manually, all required documentation must be received no later than 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time to the Human Resources Office, on the closing date of the announcement. Shades of Green Resort is located on Walt Disney World Property.

Agency contact information

Shades of Green Resort®
Address
SG-NAF-SHOFGR SHADES OF GREEN HOTEL
DO NOT MAIL
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
US

Next steps

Applicants will be reviewed to determine the quality and extent of your total accomplishments and experience. Qualified candidates referred for consideration may undergo an interview and reference checks.


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