Retail Dining General Manager Job in Naval Academy, MD

Vacancy No. 26-012 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $35.00 to $45.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 12/22/2025 Close Date 1/5/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Naval Academy, MD


Summary

The General Manager oversees the Retail Dining operations at the assigned location within the Retail Dining group, which includes the new multi-venue Club at Greenbury Point (opening Spring 2026) at the Naval Academy golf course, The Alley at the Naval Academy Club, 1845 Coffee, Drydock, Steerage restaurants. This pivotal role motivates a dedicated team, drives operational excellence, fosters a culture of outstanding hospitality, and contributes to the success of a thriving dining environment.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

  • The Retail Dining General Manager is responsible for implementing the vision of providing our guests and members with an excellent dining experience, focused on high-quality food offerings, professional and customer-focused service, in a country club atmosphere. Oversee day-to-day operations to include restaurant specials and special member events ensuring all are properly planned, organized, and executed. The position operates in a busy office environment with high volume of guests and internal Naval Academy officials on a daily basis. It involves providing exceptional hospitality to the campus community and external guests.
  • Lead and oversee the daily operations of assigned location (multi-venue Club at Greenbury Point, the Alley, 1845 Coffee, Drydock and Steerage) ensuring all events are properly coordinated with the appropriate stakeholders.
  • Along with the Operations Manager, will ensure proper protocol and practices are developed and followed for the safety and success of all operations. This manager is expected to play a key role in the establishment of broader goals and objectives within NABSD Retail Dining and be skilled in best practice methodologies for all areas for which they are responsible, including assessing any risks associated with events to be executed on USNA grounds.
  • Ensures all vendors supporting events on USNA are properly vetted and current as an approved business partner of NABSD; working closely with the Contracting Officer and Access Coordinator to facilitate the vendor access and compliance with USNA regulations. Directly responsible for relationship management of internal and external suppliers ensuring full compliance with USNA and NABSD policies.
  • Works with the Operations Manager on training, scheduling, ordering, and daily duties as needed to lead sustainable operations. Position requires a high level of professionalism and independence.
  • Works closely with the Operations Manager ensuring all menus and prices are accurate within the multiple Point of Sale systems so that checks are correct upon delivery to member and include everything provided. Also ensure Club Management System is maintained and updated to ensure accuracy in membership reporting and marketing communications. Working closely with the Operations Manager, is responsible for the financials associated with each operation.
  • Develops processes to support the successful execution of golf tournaments, catered events, meetings, and special events at the Club at Greenbury Point while supporting all other operations. Ensure all staff are trained on the processes and standards are followed. Ensure all operations are customer-focused service-oriented with a country club atmosphere. Prepares financial plan, budgets, inventories, cost controls, and related records and reports.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Must obtain and maintain a secret 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 employees serve a one-year probationary period.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for Tier 3 Positions
  • Must be able to understand and communicate in English

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) requirements 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 have four years of equivalent managerial/supervisory experience in the country club or hospitality industry. Education or experience in Hotel, Hospitality, or Restaurant Management or a closely related field is preferred.
  2. Incumbent must be proficient with Google Suite, MS Office Suite, PowerPoint. With experience in preparing financial plans, budgets, inventories, cost controls, and related records and reports.
  3. Incumbent must possess strong communication and social skills, to lead and communicate with effectiveness, as well as to develop positive relations with subordinates, customers, VIP's and visiting dignitaries. Ability to interact with high level officials and VIPs is a must.
  4. Extensive knowledge of logistical, organizational, and management skills to plan, schedule, coordinate, and execute complex Naval Academy Retail Dining and Hospitality catered events.
  5. Demonstrated decision-making ability to resolve conflicts and crises as they arise.

Additional information

Naval Academy Hospitality is looking for experienced and passionate professionals to lead Retail Dining operations as we grow our business. Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for hospitality, exceptional food, and building high-performing teams? Join our team as the Retail Dining General Manager to lead, motivate, and inspire our casual dining, quick service restaurants, cafes, and members-only club restaurants, offering a country club atmosphere! Scheduling 5 daytime and/or evening shifts per week, including weekdays and weekends, and occasional holidays.

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.

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 & Perks Include: Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment, 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 401(k) Loan; Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual.

Use of the Brigade Sports Complex and MWR facilities, shop at the Midshipmen Store and at the Navy Exchange, Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union and to use childcare with CDC & NAPS, Use of Employee Assistance Program

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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 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 (Not to exceed 2 pages)
  • Cover Letter
  • Transcript and/or Diploma ~ If using education screen-in for KSA #1
  • 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/

Resumes must not exceed 2 pages.

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

Agency contact information

US Naval Academy NAF HRO
Email
nabsdjobs@usna.edu
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.