MWR Facilities Operations Manager-Take 5ive Job in China Lake, CA

Vacancy No. 25-12772189 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $52,175.00 to $58,436.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 7/25/2025 Close Date 7/30/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
China Lake, CA


Summary

Works under the general direction of the designated Manager and is responsible for prepared food and beverage services in a catering/restaurant and bar and/or snack bar/fast food operation. Through personal efforts or subordinate employees, is responsible for customer service, entertainment or special event planning, requisitioning merchandise, ensuring adequate stock levels, proper pricing, sale of merchandise, receipt, maintenance and security of inventory, and updating POS information.

Duties

  • Responsible for the day-to-day operation of a food and beverage operation to which assigned and provides assigned control of variables like staffing, food, overhead costs, and sales to make a profit and meet financial goals.
  • Assures adherence to established specialized menus, standardizes recipes, and maintains quantity recipe files. Tests and evaluates food items.
  • Seeks guidance of the designated Manager or Regional Food and Beverage Program Manager, as needed.
  • Places orders through the Regional Procurement Office for food beverage and other operating supplies.
  • Inspects delivers for quantity and quality.
  • Assures proper receipt and storage of stock.
  • Establishes controls to prevent pilferage, spoilage, waste or misuses in food and beverage preparation and storage area.
  • Maintains an inventory of food and beverage items and operating supplies as required.
  • Completes and maintains up-to-date batch and item cost cards.
  • Ensures proper portion controls and selling prices.
  • Monitors cost of goods to meet Navy guidelines.
  • Reports variances to the designated Manager.
  • Reviews and investigates cash short/over discrepancies of responsible locations and assists in the overall requirements of cash over/short program.
  • Assures catering contracts, menus, collection of payments, and the catering program established requirements are followed.
  • Reports variances to the designated Manager.
  • Responsible for providing up-to-date sanitation and safety training for employees.
  • Inspects areas of responsibility on a regular basis to ensure compliance with standards of security, fire, safety and sanitation rules and regulations.
  • Initiates actions to correct deficiencies.
  • Follows up to assure discrepancies are corrected.
  • Responsible for coordinating all food and beverage preparation with cooks and staff for parties, special events, and banquets.
  • Provides for adequate staffing, effective training and supervision of subordinate employees.
  • Informs staff of required operational policies.
  • Prepares work schedules and makes assignments after approval of the designated manager.
  • Distributes workload among personnel.
  • Evaluates performance and notifies the designated Manager of disciplinary action and recommends other appropriate personnel actions.
  • Carries out EEO policies and communicates support of these policies to subordinates.
  • Assures quality in determining selections assignments, training, promotions, details, qualifications, discipline and awards to employees.
  • Ensures that minorities and woman are considered for training opportunities and are also nominated/appointed to boards and committees.
  • Coordinates efforts with EEO officials during the development of policy.
  • Promotes and advertises catering and food programs to maximize use.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

  • Ability to perform tasks involving several procedures.
  • Knowledge of food handling techniques and portion control.
  • Have ability to perform basic arithmetic.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Must have a working knowledge or ability to learn sanitation standards.
  • Working knowledge of procedures to prevent contamination, such as the need to clean equipment previously used for raw food before further use and the need to use a chemical sanitizer or maintain proper water temperature when cleaning dishes.
  • Must be able to pass food service screening and training.

Education

N/A

Additional information

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 Installations 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.

All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON-sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC). The IRC includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records in the Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS) database, a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database and/or other law enforcement systems. This information will be used to determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers, per DoDI 1402.05.

Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05 Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs, incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court (to include any general, special, or summary court-martial conviction or if they received non-judicial punishment [under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10, U.S.C]) for any of the following: a sexual offense, any criminal offense involving a child victim, or a felony drug offense. Additionally, the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individual's care.

Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.

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.

In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693

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.

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:

  • Resume
  • Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • 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 claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

How to Apply

Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online.

Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply.

Agency contact information

Lisa Garcia
Address
NAWS China Lake
Bldg 00021 Blandy Ave
China Lake, CA 93555
US

Next steps

Applicants who do not meet the above requirements or submit all required forms may not be considered. Due to volume of applications received, applicants may not be notified of non-selection.


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