This position is located at River Cover - Bingo within Morale, Welfare and Recreation on Naval Air Station Jacksonville, FL. The purpose of this position is to perform the duties of Kitchen Manager of back of the house operations. You will perform a variety of technical, administrative functions and tasks.

Duties

This position serves as Kitchen Manager to include Back House operations for Bingo. Incumbent serves as central point of contact for matters relating in day-to-day operation of the kitchen. Incumbent will also be expected to personally prepare a wide variety of foods for daily use. Plans menus for all meals served. Is responsible for variety, nutritional value and ensuring well-balanced meals are provided. Determines quantity of foods to be procured on a monthly, weekly and daily basis, and amounts to be cook daily, based on historical information and current information relative to the patrons to be served in connection with private parties or other social functions contracted for. Contacts vendors to obtain prices of items and determines quantities to be ordered and prepares procurement forms for supervisors' approval. Performs inspections of deliveries for correctness and quality of items ordered. Responsible for ensuring high quality presentation of food items/orders that leave the kitchen; receives and investigates complaints on the quality/quantity and/or preparation of food provided by employees assigned to the kitchen. Maintains records/reports concerning food services operation to include inventory, menus, recipes, purchasing and sanitation to name a few examples. Ensures above standard sanitation and food safety requirements are adhered to and must be present for all inspections and audits and answer all questions for inspectors and auditors concerning food service operation. Solves problems that may arise with patrons or employees in a tactful and diplomatic manner. Handles routine day to day problems as they arise. In case of serious problems, contacts the supervisor for guidance and assistance. Provides instruction and guidance to all staff members on functions taking place during their shifts. Works with bartenders, cooks, waiters/waitresses and others to ensure planned events take place as scheduled. Incumbent will provide on-the-job training to subordinates; prepares and submits work schedules for employees ensuring that all stations are adequately covered in the kitchen and front house at all times. Ensures all kitchen equipment is operating properly and notifies supervisor of the need for repairs. Interviews and makes recommendations to supervisor concerning hiring of employees. Recommends changes in personnel status and apprises. Manager of work performance of subordinates. Exercises primary supervisory control over employees assigned to the kitchen and front house wait staff including scheduling, approving leave, counseling and disciplining employees and providing input for annual employee appraisals in accordance with NAF personnel instructions and EEO policies. Stays abreast of all planned functions including caters events, private parties etc that are scheduled for the activity. Incumbent will have oversight and be actively involved in kitchen operations as well as be responsible for menu planning for all meals to include parties, banquets, and other contracted functions. Ensures well-balanced meals are prepared, determines quantity of food to be procured on a monthly, weekly, and daily basis, and amounts to be cooked. Exercises primary supervisory control over employes assigned to the kitchen. Incumbent is responsible for scheduling kitchen employees, approving leave, counseling and disciplining employees and providing input to the Food and Beverage Manager for employee performance appraisals annually. Incumbent maintains all records and / or reports required by the Food and Beverage Manager and higher authority concerning food services operation.

Requirements

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Must be able to sustain considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: A minimum of two years of management experience. Experience in managing the administrative and operational elements of a F & B program, including staffing. Must be service oriented and able to carry out tasks independently. This position requires a positive attitude and excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing in dealing with patrons, vendors and other MWR Staff. Incumbent must show at least two years documented experience of being able to personally prepare a wide variety of foods for quantitative cooking. Prepare foods by various methods of cooking, meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, soups, gravies and related dressings, and garnishes. Incumbent must be abreast on preparing a number of menu items for one meal, planning and coordinating a variety of steps to ensure all items are ready for service at the same time. Incumbent must show documented experience in working a full-service cook. Incumbent must display documented experience in proper food handling and preparation, clear knowledge of sanitation regulations, and experience in kitchen equipment operations and ability to report malfunctions in a timely manner. 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 and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED.IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. RELOCATION IS NOT AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. 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. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT You must be a US Citizen. Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ 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. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. 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. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Education

High School Diploma or some college is preferred.

Contacts

• Address NAS Jacksonville Bldg 1 Langley Ave Jacksonville, FL 32212 US
• Name: Rode Underwood
• Email: [email protected]