About the position: This position will be assigned to the SLD 30 FSS/Community Services Flight Collocated Club.

Duties

As a chef manager in a small to medium size kitchen, responsible for the planning and managing of all food activities. Oversees all aspects of kitchen and custodian work. Other duties include preparation of budgets, maintenance of kitchen records, food costs, and reports. Using culinary skills, performs as a working chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and all aspects of meal preparation. Instructs cooks on proper techniques and methods of cooking and preparing a variety of food items in culinary cuisine. Checks food during and after preparation for conformance with high standard of quality. Ensures that all kitchens provide nutritious, safe, eye-appealing, properly flavored food. Initiates the preparation and development of new and unusual food items, specialty foods, and sauces. Responsible for the security and accuracy of monthly inventories of supplies and foods. Complete routine walk through inspections taking any necessary actions and meets all objectives for sanitation and environment requirements. Works with Public Health to maintain Air Force Tri-Service food code standards. Provides direction to all service staff and fosters a climate of cooperation and respect. Creates and plans new culinary menu items and recipes to support the interest of customers. Plans all menus for regular meals, dining and catering events. Formulates cyclic meal specials and menus for use in all food areas to ensure customer satisfaction. Ensures current menu cost cards on all menu food items and the utilization of standardized recipes. Assesses food service related financial data and recommends actions to maintain financial solvency. Responsible for work force management, recruitment, and staff training. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12175517

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical examination.
• Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 11/01/2023 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Progressively responsible experience in quantity cooking, preparation of a variety of food items, menu planning, quality and cost control of food preparation, inventory and storage procedures for food supplies and equipment, and procurement of food supplies and equipment. The experience must include supervising personnel. Incumbent must have knowledge of dietetics, planning culinary activities, and portion control. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate, and Serv Safe Certificate. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical examination. This is a position of trust. Must satisfactorily complete a Tier 1 background investigation. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Vandenberg Community Services Flight 30 FSS/FSCN 747 Nebraska Ave, Bldg 10577, Suite B-109 Vandenberg SFB, CA 93437-6261 US
• Name: Vandenberg NAF HR Office
• Email: [email protected]