KITCHEN MANAGER, NF3/RFT

Primary function is to actively plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate the facility¿s kitchen and dining room. Oversees food preparation, assigned personnel, inventory and product acquisition, maintains cost cards, requisitioning, training, directing and assisting cooks. Prepares special dishes as required and provides general supervision of all food-related activities. Coordinates with catering manager regarding parties, banquets, and protocol functions for kitchen performance and front of the house execution. Plans menus in consultation with the facility manager or the Business Operations Director. Assures adherence to established menus and standardized recipes. Supervises, directs, and assists in the preparation and cooking of food. Ensures food service personnel receive required food sanitation training and follows NAVMED policies and guidance for cleanliness and sanitation standards. Maintains ServSafe Trainer certification and acts as facility trainer for ServSafe. Competent in applications such as MS Office and catering and culinary software. Maintains and fosters relationships with vendors to include sales calls and workshops, conferences and seminars.
 

Performs supervisory functions typical of a first-level supervisor. Prepares work schedules and makes work assignments; distributes workload; evaluates work performance; trains employees; establishes leave schedules; initiates personnel and disciplinary actions. Responsible for actively supporting the EEO program, the prevention of harassment and being alert to alcohol/drug abuse to take appropriate action.
 

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor and the Human Resources Office.
 

Performs other duties as assigned.

Three years of professional experience in supervising, directing and coordinating a full-service kitchen. Skill in food preparation, supervising personnel in preparation of meals, product requisition, food cost control, training and directing cooks. Must have demonstrated knowledge of special and modified diet foods. Must have the ability to use commercial food service equipment. Must be thoroughly familiar with sanitation and proper food protection procedures. Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

Required Documents:
          *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
          *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
          *Resume that does not exceed 2 pages
          **IMPORTANT: To align with the Merit Hiring Plan, Federal Agencies will not accept resumes that exceed two pages. Accordingly, the NAF HRO will only consider resumes that are two pages or fewer. Resumes exceeding this limit will not be referred and will be deemed ineligible for consideration.

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 Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 8:59PM PACIFIC TIME (PT) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.