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MWR provides Sailors and their families the finest facilities, programs and activities to meet their recreational and social needs, encouraging individual values, aids retention, and provides the physical, mental and social needs of a mobile Navy.
Learn more about this agency12/06/2017 to 12/19/2017
$16 - $19 per hour
NF 03
1 vacancy in the following location:
Not required
No
Intermittent - Intermittent w/o any benefits
Intermittent - Intermittent 0 - 40 Hours Per Week
Yes
VA-18-11291
485988400
Assists the Chef/Kitchen Supervisor with the following responsibilities:
Determining quantities, components and courses of meals, calculating prices to ensure prescribed profit margin. Establishes and maintains entree item cards, incorporating price changes as they occur. Planning monthly club menu calendar, considering food market as they occur. Knows special events that will affect normal operations; holiday and seasonal variables; popularity of various meals and operating goals. Designs and implements decorated foods and artistic food arrangements for buffets and receptions.
Develops menu in consultation with the supervisor, using recipes involving many steps, ingredients or long preparation time (e.g. complicated French and other ethnic recipes). Coordinates with the supervisor in prioritizing the work of the kitchen staff and in directing certain kinds of food preparation. Develops new and creative menus and improves existing menus. Analyzes methods of food preparation, cooking and methods of garnishing by subordinates. In consultation with the supervisor, determines and adjusts recipes for the number of servings and size of servings. Determines time and sequence of cooking operations to meet meal serving hours. Assures adherence to established menus. Develops and standardizes recipes. Prepares and cooks meats soups, vegetables and a broad range of other food. Regulates cooking temperatures, tests foods in cooking (seasons as appropriate, etc.) Prepares or directs the preparation of complex salads and desserts. Determines portion size. Instructs employees on fine points of cooking, food preparation and cooking methods, sanitation, etc., tastes and inspects food prepared by subordinates. Cuts, trims or otherwise prepares meats, poultry, seafood, etc for cooking; cuts meats to specified size or weight Assures that food preparation is economical and correct and is responsible for food profitability.
Implements training programs with a high emphasis on sanitation, personal hygiene and specialized food preparation. In this regard, supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and other workers engaged in preparing and cooking foodstuffs to ensure economical, efficient and profitable food service. Assists in the design and training of all food service workers which includes cooks, food service workers and wait stafl
Estimates the consumption of foodstuffs and operating supplies, placing orders as directed. May contact vendors and compare prices and quality. Assures that food deliveries meet quantity and quality specifications. Assures the proper receipt and storage of stock. Enforces internal controls to prevent pilferage, spoilage, waste or misuse in preparation and storage areas. Maintains appropriate inventories of foodstuffs and galley operating supplies.
Performs other related duties as assigned. Acts as Kitchen Supervisor in the absence of the Chef
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KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
You must be a US Citizen.
Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. http://www.sss.gov
Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience, two (2) general and (1) one specialized. A certified graduate from a nationally recognized and accredited culinary arts institution is strongly preferred, however equivalent training and experience is acceptable. Must have the skill to work under pressure and be able to supervise and train staff in preparing and serving food, storeroom operations, laundry and bakery operations/services. Knowledge and ability to prepare a variety of pertinent reports and records.
Skill to plan, establish and time the sequence of steps needed to have menu items ready for serving without overcooking or wasting. Sophisticated knowledge of dietetics and menu planning and pricing. Detailed knowledge of the superior ability to prepare a broad range of food including deli salads; sandwiches, etc., family dining fare; Mexican and other ethnic foods; seafood and other buffets; bakery products; and banquets for large groups (200-600+). Knowledge of the characteristics of a variety of raw and cooked foods, sufficient to judge the product by color, consistency, temperature, odor and taste.
Knowledge of the standards of personal cleanliness and hygiene, in addition to food service sanitation practices and procedures, OSHA safety regulations and the ability to exercise continuous safety control of all operating machinery in the kitchen, dining room and bar areas. Knowledge and ability to inspect facilities, purchasing and equipment for cleanliness and physical condition.
Physical Demands and Work Envirnnment
Physical activities include, but are not limited to extensive standing, walking, bending, turning, stooping, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and light lifting. Some activities are prolonged in nature. The employee will, at times, lift up to 45 pounds unassisted, heavier items are with assistance. The position is exposed to extreme temperatures due to steam and heat from cooking and dishwashing, walk-in refrigerators/freezers, storage and dining areas. Majority of work is performed in a galley setting and is subject to noise. The employee is subject to minor cuts, bruises and burns.
Special Requirements
As a condition of employment, the employee must be able to obtain a Health Card prior to first day of work. Afterwards, must be able to successfully pass a Food Handlers Sanitation course, thereafter to be updated and maintained annually. This position is subject to an irregular tour, which may include weekends, holidays and seasonal work.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.
We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States.
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to nsapplications@nhr-ma.com to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
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, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
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Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.
If claiming Veteran’s Preference, a legible copy of DD-214 (page 4) as well as any other supporting documentation (disability, proof of service, SF-15, etc). is required.
If claiming Military Spouse Preference, a copy of sponsor's orders is required for NF-03 and below or equivalent.
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) Priority consideration, submit a copy of the notice of separation.
If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
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.
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All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement closing date. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/485988400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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