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Catering Manager

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
CNRJ: Commander Fleet Activities Sasebo N923
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Summary

This position is located in Harbor View Club of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Fleet Activities, Sasebo, Japan. The incumbent is responsible to plan, arrange, schedule, and coordinate parties, private functions, banquets and other special activities within the MWR Club System.

Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
06/18/2025 to 07/18/2025
Salary
$19.50 to - $19.50 per hour

Plus Non-Taxable Post Allowance, if eligible

Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Sasebo Naval Base, Japan
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
3
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
FFR25-0387A
Control number
835184200

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Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: Applicants with SOFA Sponsorship ONLY. This includes applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family member preference, and current CNIC employees within the local commuting area.

Duties

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  • Centralized responsibility for all catering activities requiring food and beverage service. Either in person or by correspondence, obtains pertinent information from the member host, such as date and time of function, number of guests expected, seating arrangements, decorations, and music and entertainment desired.
  • Analyzes the requirements for the occasion and decides on suitable types of services to be provided; discuss menu and beverage items and prices to be charged. Coordinates the event including overseeing the bar and service staff to support the function. Independently commits the club for the requested function.
  • Works to develop a contract meeting the needs of the patron. Develops pricing to be paid for services provided. Draws-up a contract for the patron's signature. Seeks guidance from management for parties held outside the club's authorized policy, regulations and guidelines.
  • Coordinates interaction between the head chef and other food and beverage service personnel to arrange special menu requirements, decorations, time lines and equipment needs.
  • Inspects final arrangements of catered events to ensure compliance with patron's expectations and contractual obligations. Monitors functions in progress to ensure that the service provided is efficient, courteous and correct relative to etiquette, contractual terms and protocol.
  • Maintains files of all party contracts and catering brochures. Ensures cost cards and recipes are current. Maintains the party and dining reservation books. Ensures that final catering service statements are calculated and presented to the patrons in a timely manner.
Additional Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for training food service personnel in the proper serving methods, table setting service and customer relations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Satisfactorily complete all background checks to include National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI/T1).
  • Incumbent must be able to work varied work schedules to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • The work is principally sedentary. Some walking is required to inspect facilities prior to and after the catered functions. Some lifting may be required.
  • The work involves normal discomforts associated with an office environment that is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a U.S. Government Vehicle Driver’s License
  • Must complete satisfactorily the Food Handler’s Physical Examination

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

  • Must have a minimum of one-year experience and the knowledge of the fundamental principles and techniques involved in operation and management of a catering program.
  • Must have the ability to assist in evaluating the adequacy of the catering operation and to make recommendations for improvement or correction.
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and the ability to deal with patrons with a pleasant personality and tact.
  • Must be able to workday, night and weekend shifts, including holidays.
  • Must have the skill in working effectively and cooperatively with co-workers and other members of the MWR Department.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a U.S. Government Vehicle Driver's License.
  • Must complete satisfactorily the Food Handler's Physical Examination.

Education

  • Proof of education MUST be uploaded at time of application for consideration. If degree is not conferred, you MUST provide a copy of your high school diploma or equivalent with your college transcripts.
  • When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package. Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

Additional information

  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.
  • All candidates must reside within the commuting area.
  • Non-US Citizen or Non- US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder) applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least 7 years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer.

How you will be evaluated

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, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs 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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