Supervisory Food Service Specialist (DODEA) NF-03

Duties

• Serves as Supervisory Food Service Specialist within a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) school cafeteria responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and overseeing all phases of the food service program.
• Travels to school cafeterias to perform quality control checks, monitor food operations, and ensure food service regulations relative to food preparation, food storage, stock level, service and sanitation are strictly adhered to.
• Develops menus and ensures the quality of the food service program is met.
• Serves as first line supervisor to at least two Cook Supervisors and serves as second line supervisor to approximately 50 employees.
• Periodically conduct interviews and hiring of staff.
• Provides technical assistance, advice and training to food service personnel.
• May adjust workflow processes to increase efficiency of food operations.
• Conducts orientation and prepares Individual Development Plans for Food Service Workers, Cooks, and Cook Supervisors.
• Reviews and monitors cost data and efficiency of food service operations and coordinates all planning for food service support with Food Service Manager.
• Conducts inventories and ensures that inventory records are complete and accurate.
• Assist Food Service Manager in developing operating budget, identifying labor, equipment and supply cost elements.
• As required, prepares reports such as various labor and cost of goods forecasts and evaluations.
• May require lifting and carrying supplies that weighs up to 40 pounds.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations.
• The ability to obtain (within first six months of employment) and maintain a Food Protection Manager Certification acquired through an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited agency is required.
• (i.e., ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Program).

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

  Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
  
  Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For additional details regarding these benefits, please click the link below.

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  The following documents must be submitted with your application:
  

  • License
  • Resume

  
  
  The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • License
  • Sponsor's PCS Orders to Fort Bragg
  • Marriage Certificate (required if your name does not appear on the PCS Orders)
  • DA Form 3434
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

• How to Apply

  You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
  
  1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12717470. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 03/27/2025 to receive consideration.

  • Click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12717470.
  • Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

  2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

  Agency contact information

  NAF Job Info Center Fort Liberty

  Phone

  910-396-8933

  Email

  USARMY.LIBERTY.CHRA-SC.MBX.USASTAFFINGBRAGG@ARMY.MIL

  Address

  DODEA Mid Atlantic
  Do Not Use
  Fort Bragg, NC 28307
  US

  Next steps

  Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.