The Senior Catering Chef (Executive Chef) is a member of the Naval Academy Hospitality Culinary Team, within the Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD). Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Hospitality or designee, the Senior Catering Chef is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, and directing of daily food production, functions, including presentation, service, safety and sanitation practices for any of the establishments under the Hospitality purview.
Summary
The Senior Catering Chef (Executive Chef) is a member of the Naval Academy Hospitality Culinary Team, within the Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD). Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Hospitality or designee, the Senior Catering Chef is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, and directing of daily food production, functions, including presentation, service, safety and sanitation practices for any of the establishments under the Hospitality purview.
The incumbent will have an innovative mind with a focus on excellence at all levels - from culinary to technology and service. The Senior Catering Chef will be responsible for menu development in support of our award-winning catering operation as well as NABSD's other retail dining venues to include restaurants, Quick Serve Restaurants (QSR) and Cafes. They will manage the procurement of the finest ingredients to meet the goals of each operation while maintaining inventory and cost controls. They will be responsible for hiring, training, supervising, evaluating and mentoring their team. They will work with a team of catering executives to execute events for all occasions.
We are in the process of moving into a brand-new central kitchen with attached QSR. The Catering Executive Chef will manage the central catering kitchen operation and its staff ensuring best practices and standard operating procedures are developed and implemented. The incumbent will promote a healthy work environment, guide, train and mentor our staff and maintain good working relationships with all staff and clients, to include VIPs and visiting dignitaries.
Physical demands Include walking and standing, lifting a maximum of 50lbs. Incumbent will work in an office setting, kitchen setting and in the area of the catering events (at times, the events may be offsite).
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 employees serve a one-year probationary period. This position will also serve a concurrent one-year supervisory probationary period
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 Executive Chef position, NF-1101-04, you must meet one of the following:
a) Three (3) years 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) Three (3) full years of graduate level education.
YOU WILL BE RATED ON THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) FOR THIS POSITION:
Experience leading, supervising, or managing a culinary team. Experience leading culinary teams for Banquets or large-scale events is preferred.
Knowledge of and experience managing inventory controls, to include: purchasing; production planning; waste reduction; BOH software; sanitation programs; HACCP principles; health-code compliance.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute large-scale food production, banquet execution, off-premise catering, and multi-outlet food operations. Experience maintaining food quality, production schedules, and presentation standards during events is preferred.
Experience building recipes and menus, to include: writing and maintaining standardized recipes; conducting recipe and menu costing; optimize profitability while maintaining customer satisfaction.
Experience managing financial and operation resources by analyzing labor utilization, payroll, scheduling, food and labor costs, operating budgets, capital equipment planning, and sales performance.
Additional information
Join a team dedicated to culinary excellence, innovation, and exceptional hospitality while serving one of the nation's most prestigious institutions. Lead high-volume, chef-driven dining operations with purpose, pride, and a passion for excellence. Scheduling weekdays and weekends, to include mornings, evenings, 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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
