Sous Chef

Department of the Navy

Commander, Navy Installations Command

US Naval Academy NAF HR

Summary

The Sous Chef will prepare food items required for all banquet events, including breakfast, luncheons, dinners, and special parties. This position is located in the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD), Annapolis, Maryland. NAFI is an entity that generates its own funds through its operations, and is not funded by Congress.

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

Obtains necessary products and small equipment items required for food preparation.
Operates food production equipment according to manufacturers' instructions.
Prepares food in accordance with standard club and banquet recipes.
Prepares meats, seafood, vegetables and other items required for line and special function purposes. Prepares all sauces, stocks and soups. Carves food on buffet line.
Assists with preparation of other food products on serving line as needed. Assists cooks in their tasks.
Sets-up plating line for banquets, assists with plating. Sets up, maintains, and breaks down work station.
Maintains items on steam table; checks par levels. Notifies executive chef in of anticipated shortages.
Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices, including those related to personal hygiene.
Maintains security and safety in work areas. Adheres to state and local health and safety regulations.
Serves items in accordance with established portion and presentation standards.
Maintains a clean work station, including equipment used for food preparation and serving tasks.
Covers, dates and properly stores all leftover products that are re-usable.
Returns soiled food preparation utensils and small wares to the proper areas.
Ensures that the storage room is neat and that all products are stored properly. Keeps walk-ins clean and organized. Ensures that all food products are used on a timely basis.
Acts as supervisor of kitchen personnel in absence of executive chef. Attends staff meetings.
Performs other appropriate tasks as assigned by the Executive chef.
Work involves frequent lifting or moving of objects weighing up to 30 lbs.; constant standing and walking; and occasional lifting of over 50 lbs.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Must be able to 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 - We are an E-Verify participant
Probationary period: Flexible employees are employed based on the needs of the business
U.S. Citizenship is required for Tier 3 Positions
Must be able to understand and communicate in English
Participation in Direct Deposit
Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct

Qualifications

In order to meet the basic requirement of the Sous Chef position, NF-1101-03, you must meet one of the following:
(a) One (1) year of specialized experience in a culinary role. Specialized experience includes: use of more advanced culinary techniques; preparing complete meals with several dishes for special diets; culinary supervision. OR
(b) One (1) full year of graduate level education.

YOU WILL BE RATED ON THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) FOR THIS POSITION:

Experience at or above the Sous Chef level in a restaurant, catering, country club or hospitality industry.
Culinary Arts education is preferred.
Experience following, documenting, building, revising and standardizing recipes and/or menus. Experience using BOH software system (Yellow Dog, Restaurant365, Nova, Rosnet, etc) is preferred.
Experience training, coaching and leading junior kitchen personnel in consistent execution, proper safety and sanitation standards, and following SOPs. Current ServSafe certification preferred.
Ability to plan and coordinate cooking processes, analyze and recognize kitchen production issues, and resolve issues while maintaining service standards and flow.

Additional information

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Exciting Career Opportunities with the Naval Academy Hospitality Team! This is an exceptional time to join the Naval Academy Hospitality team as we continue to expand and elevate our services. We are looking for Sous Chefs who are ready to take ownership and are striving for results. Join us as we embark on this journey of growth and innovation. Be part of a team that values culinary excellence and offers opportunities to contribute to a dynamic and thriving hospitality operation. 7- to 8-hour morning and/or evening shifts which may include weekdays, weekends and holidays in support of events.

Notes: Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process.
Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.

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.

Perks Included:

Use of the Brigade Sports Complex
Shop at the Midshipmen Store
Shop at the Navy Exchange
Potential membership eligibility at the Naval Academy Club
Use of MWR facilities
Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union
Eligible for childcare with CDC & NAPS
Use of Employee Assistance Program

Review our benefits

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.

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 NAF RPL (Non-Appropriated Fund Reemployment Priority): Most recent separation BBA SF50 (or equivalent)
If Claiming Veterans Priority Consideration ~ DD-214 page 4
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.

Resumes must not exceed 2 pages.

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 website, and will receive an email confirming submission.

Sous Chef Job in Naval Academy, MD