The Line Cook position is located in the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD) Retail Dining and Hospitality, Annapolis, Maryland. NAFI is an entity that generates its own funds through its operations, and is not funded by Congress.
This position assists in the preparation of food products, obtains necessary ingredients and cleans food-preparation equipment, utensils, and work areas.
Summary
The Line Cook position is located in the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD) Retail Dining and Hospitality, Annapolis, Maryland. NAFI is an entity that generates its own funds through its operations, and is not funded by Congress.
This position assists in the preparation of food products, obtains necessary ingredients and cleans food-preparation equipment, utensils, and work areas.
Obtains necessary products and small equipment items required for food preparation
Carefully follows standard recipes while preparing all assigned items
Follows manufacturers' instructions when operating food production and serving equipment
Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices, including those related to personal hygiene
Returns soiled food preparation utensils and other small wares to the proper areas
Maintains a clean work station, including equipment used for food preparation tasks
Collects food and beverage products and small wares required for item preparation
Carefully follows standard recipes while preparing assigned items
Assists in plating food items for service
Use correct measuring devices
Handles leftover food items as instructed by the sous chef
Cleans banquet preparation and serving equipment
Cleans assigned work station areas
Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer / fridge temperatures
Ensure stock rotation. Assist in the ordering of stocks and checking of deliveries, spending and check and value stocks as required
Performs other appropriate tasks assigned.
Work requires continual standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and pulling, and bending. Frequently lifts or moves objects weighing up to 40 lbs. unassisted, and occasionally lifts or moves objects weighing over 40 lbs. with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers.
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: Full Time and Part Time employees serve a one-year probationary period.
Must be able to understand and communicate in English
Must complete an Occupational Health screening for this position
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 Line Cook position, NA-7404-05, you must meet the following:
Experience performing culinary duties, which may include, but are not limited to food preparation, following standardized recipes, cleaning workstation and kitchen equipment, inspecting goods for freshness and stock rotation, plating food, etc.
YOU WILL BE RATED ON THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) FOR THIS POSITION:
1. Experience in a culinary role. Line cook experience is preferred.
2. Knowledge of and experience using food service equipment.
3. Experience with proper storage techniques like "FIFO". ServSafe certification is preferred.
4. Ability to follow kitchen procedures and standardized recipes.
5. Experience as a short order, banquet cook, and/or prep cook.
Additional information
Note: 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.
Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment, 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 401(k) Loan options; and Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual.
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.
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 include: Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment, 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 401(k) Loan options; and Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual.
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.
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.
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.
