Summary
This position is located in the Food and Beverage Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department in the Navy Region Southwest. The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Chef of a large catering or multiple facilities in the planning, supervising, and coordinating the food preparation, which require a number of items to be prepare and cooked simultaneously for varied scheduled events.
Duties
- Assists supervisor with coordinating and supervising the activities of cooks and food service workers engaged in preparing and cooking food to ensure economical and efficient food service operation.
- Oversees and participates in the preparation of a full range of foodstuffs which includes meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, soups, sauces, grilled items and desserts. Regulates cooking temperatures, test foods and proper texture, flavor, and seasoning as appropriate.
- Prepare special dishes and cook food that requires skillful preparation such as special dishes and sauces.
- Instruct food service employees on points of cooking and on ways to improve food preparation, service, and cooking methods.
- Check methods of food preparation, garnishing, and inspect foods prepared by subordinates.
- Assists supervisor in selecting and hiring food service personnel.
- Provides on-the-job training concerning food preparation, service and proper sanitation and safety standards.
- Assumes responsibility for kitchen in absence of Head Chef.
- Attempts to resolve problems, such as substituting items on menus, reducing excess waste and spoilage.
- Notifies supervisor, or Facility Manage of delays.
- Establishes stock levels.
- Receives and checks foodstuffs and supplies for quality and quantity.
- Assures proper receipt and storage of stock.
- Ensures proper storage to prevent pilferage, spoilage, waste or misuse in food preparation and storage areas.
- Maintains inventories of food products and kitchen operating supplies.
- Participates in all inventories as required.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation.
Qualifications
- Knowledge and ability to perform routine management functions such as planning, scheduling, extensive methods, techniques, practices and coordinating operations of the mess.
- General knowledge of prices, dietetics, grades of food and meal planning, as well as reviewing establishments in nearby communities regarding menus, pricing, services provided and other methods of operating.
- Ability to recommend corrective action as deemed necessary.
- Knowledge to skillfully apply new methods in managing food, and also equip employees for expert performance in their duties.
- Knowledge of general methods of cooking, baking, preparing, and serving quality food in mass quantities for large groups of people.
- Knowledge and ability to supervise and train personnel in preparing and serving food and supervising store room, bakery operations, and services.
- Knowledge and ability to inspect facilities for cleanliness, sanitation, personal hygiene standards and physical condition of furnishings and equipment.
- Knowledge and ability to prepare pertinent records and reports.
Education
Training from a culinary institute, preferred.
Benefits
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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.
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 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: 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
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.
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.
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