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Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
Meridian, MS | Part Time
$28k-36k (estimate)
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Cook Leader (Flex)
$28k-36k (estimate)
Part Time
1 Month Ago
Navy Region Southeast Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is Hiring a Cook Leader (Flex) Near Meridian, MS
SummaryThis position is located in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Naval Air Station, Meridian, MS. The purpose of this position is that of Cook Leader, who has daily direct responsibility for the food and beverage operation.
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Duties
**Certifications must be attached with submission of application or resume to be considered for this position**
RequirementsConditions of Employment
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:
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 AUTHORIZED
Education
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent education.
Additional information
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to:
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date.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 MILL_CNIC_NAF_EEO@navy.mil 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.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
NAS Meridian
255 Rosenbaum Ave Suite 234
Meridian, MS 39309
US
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Duties
**Certifications must be attached with submission of application or resume to be considered for this position**
- High School Diploma or equivalent must be attached with submission of application or resume to be considered for this position***
- Performs the daily operation of the Food Department.
- Conducts food preparation, stocking, dispensing, inventory, food safety, scheduling, and sanitation.
- Establishes work assignments for supervisor's/manger's approvals and verifies cooks' attendance.
- Implements and maintains cost control measurements, developed with management.
- Prepares and serves a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, soups, hors oeuvres, vegetables, sauces, and gravies using a full range of quantity cooking procedures common or frequently used to new or different recipes.
- Prepares on a day-to-day basis, four or more menu items for one meal which involves planning and coordinating a variety of steps to ensure that all items are ready for serving at the same time; or prepares menu items using specials or difficult recipes involving many steps, ingredients, or long preparation time.
- Works independently or with a full team of employees, as required.
- Prepares food, beverage and paper orders, using a web-based ordering system when required.
- Assists in setting PAR stock and rotation needs.
- Plans and prepares for special menus, catering and special events.
- Receives merchandise required to prepare and dispense menu items.
- Works along with other employees, sets the pace, and demonstrates proper work methods.
- Ensures information is passed on to other employees from managements.
- Checks work while in progress and when finished to ensure the Food and Beverage Manager's instruction on work sequence, procedure, methods and deadlines are met.
- Ensures all food and equipment and other consumables are cleaned and maintained in accordance with the Medical Department Sanitation standards.
- Ensures all safety and housekeeping rules are followed.
- Ensures all operations are ready and in proper condition for the monthly inventories and inspections.
- Leads food service workers in the performance of normal duties.
- Assists in preparing work schedules, making adjustments and changes as needed.
- Provides training and guidance to staff.
- Helps screen applicants for employment in the food department.
- Opens and/or closes facility on assigned shift.
- Participates in monthly inventories.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
RequirementsConditions of Employment
- 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.
- You 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.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- **Certifications must be attached with submission of application or resume to be considered for this position**
- **High School Diploma or equivalent must be attached with submission of application or resume to be considered for this position**
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:
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent education.
- Must possess a minimum of one year experience as a cook.
- Must remain current with 5 year Food Safety Certification.
- Ability to motivate other team members to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Prior Supervisory experience is desired.
- Skill in planning, coordinating, and following time sequence steps to prepare food on time without overcooking or waste; and the ability to adjust recipes for servings required; recognize characteristics of food in deciding that raw materials are fresh; and judge prepared food by color, consistency, temperature, odor and taste.
- Knowledgeable in food inventory and control techniques.
- Knowledge of all types of food, safe food practices and recipes.
- Familiar with Microsoft office programs or similar programs.
- Ability to be congenial, maintain a friendly disposition, well-groomed in appearance, have the ability to speak with authority and confidence, and be able to express thoughts in writing and through instruction.
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 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
- 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.
Education
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent education.
Additional information
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to:
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.).
- Stability of Federal Civilian Service
- People with passion for doing work that matters
- Quality of Work Life Balance
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date.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 MILL_CNIC_NAF_EEO@navy.mil 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.
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- Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
NAS Meridian
255 Rosenbaum Ave Suite 234
Meridian, MS 39309
US
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Part Time
SALARY
$28k-36k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/04/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
08/03/2024
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