Navy Region Naval District Washington Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
Sous Chef
Navy Region Naval District Washington Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), Naval Academy, Maryland, United States
Summary
The Sous Chef will prepare food items required for all banquet events, including breakfast, luncheons, dinners, and special parties.
Duties
Obtains necessary products and small equipment items required for food preparation.
Operates food production equipment according to manufacturers' instructions.
Prepares food in accordance with standard club and banquet recipes.
Prepares meats, seafood, vegetables and other items required for line and special function purposes. Prepares all sauces, stocks and soups. Carves food on buffet line.
Assists with preparation of other food products on serving line as needed. Assists cooks in their tasks.
Sets up plating line for banquets, assists with plating duties. Sets up, maintains, and breaks down work station.
Maintains items on steam table; checks par levels. Notifies executive chef in advance of expected shortages.
Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices, including those related to personal hygiene.
Maintains security and safety in work areas. Adheres to state and local health and safety regulations.
Serves items in accordance with established portion and presentation standards.
Maintains a clean work station, including equipment used for food preparation and serving tasks.
Covers, dates and properly stores all leftover products that are re‑usable.
Returns soiled food preparation utensils and small wares to the proper areas.
Ensures that the storage room is neat and that all products are stored properly. Keeps walk‑ins clean and organized. Ensures that all food products are used on a timely basis.
Acts as supervisor of kitchen personnel in absence of executive chef. Attends staff meetings.
Performs other appropriate tasks as assigned by the Executive chef.
Work involves frequent lifting or moving of objects weighing up to 30 lbs.; constant standing and walking; and occasional lifting of over 50 lbs.
Requirements
Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance – requires 18 years of age.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required.
Probationary period: Full‑time employees serve a one‑year probationary period.
U.S. Citizenship is required for Tier 3 Positions.
Must be able to understand and communicate in English.
Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) requirements for this position are as follows:
Your application must include narratives for each KSA, using specific examples to demonstrate your qualifications.
Incumbent must have three years of equivalent culinary experience in a restaurant, catering, country club or hospitality industry. Education in Culinary Arts or a closely related field is preferred.
Incumbent must have experience in leading junior kitchen personnel.
Demonstrated experience maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment while adhering to safe food handling and storage practices, including FIFO; with experience operating and maintaining a variety of food service equipment. Current ServSafe certification preferred.
Incumbent must have the ability to analyze and correct production problems independently and coordinate the cooking process for food items assigned to them.
Demonstrated proficiency in executing standardized recipes and procedures. Experience with recipe and menu development is preferred.
Additional Information Exciting Career Opportunities with the Naval Academy Hospitality Team! This is an exceptional time to join the Naval Academy Hospitality team as we continue to expand and elevate our services. We are seeking skilled and dedicated culinarians to become part of our growing organization. Join us as we embark on this journey of growth and innovation. Be part of a team that values culinary excellence and offers opportunities to contribute to a dynamic and thriving hospitality operation.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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 window. Learn more about federal benefits.
Benefits & Perks Medical, Dental, Life, and Long‑Term Disability; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment, 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 401(k) Loan; Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual.
Use of the Brigade Sports Complex and MWR facilities, shop at the Midshipmen Store and at the Navy Exchange, Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union and to use childcare with CDC & NAPS, Use of Employee Assistance Program.
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.
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Duties
Obtains necessary products and small equipment items required for food preparation.
Operates food production equipment according to manufacturers' instructions.
Prepares food in accordance with standard club and banquet recipes.
Prepares meats, seafood, vegetables and other items required for line and special function purposes. Prepares all sauces, stocks and soups. Carves food on buffet line.
Assists with preparation of other food products on serving line as needed. Assists cooks in their tasks.
Sets up plating line for banquets, assists with plating duties. Sets up, maintains, and breaks down work station.
Maintains items on steam table; checks par levels. Notifies executive chef in advance of expected shortages.
Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices, including those related to personal hygiene.
Maintains security and safety in work areas. Adheres to state and local health and safety regulations.
Serves items in accordance with established portion and presentation standards.
Maintains a clean work station, including equipment used for food preparation and serving tasks.
Covers, dates and properly stores all leftover products that are re‑usable.
Returns soiled food preparation utensils and small wares to the proper areas.
Ensures that the storage room is neat and that all products are stored properly. Keeps walk‑ins clean and organized. Ensures that all food products are used on a timely basis.
Acts as supervisor of kitchen personnel in absence of executive chef. Attends staff meetings.
Performs other appropriate tasks as assigned by the Executive chef.
Work involves frequent lifting or moving of objects weighing up to 30 lbs.; constant standing and walking; and occasional lifting of over 50 lbs.
Requirements
Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance – requires 18 years of age.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required.
Probationary period: Full‑time employees serve a one‑year probationary period.
U.S. Citizenship is required for Tier 3 Positions.
Must be able to understand and communicate in English.
Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) requirements for this position are as follows:
Your application must include narratives for each KSA, using specific examples to demonstrate your qualifications.
Incumbent must have three years of equivalent culinary experience in a restaurant, catering, country club or hospitality industry. Education in Culinary Arts or a closely related field is preferred.
Incumbent must have experience in leading junior kitchen personnel.
Demonstrated experience maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment while adhering to safe food handling and storage practices, including FIFO; with experience operating and maintaining a variety of food service equipment. Current ServSafe certification preferred.
Incumbent must have the ability to analyze and correct production problems independently and coordinate the cooking process for food items assigned to them.
Demonstrated proficiency in executing standardized recipes and procedures. Experience with recipe and menu development is preferred.
Additional Information Exciting Career Opportunities with the Naval Academy Hospitality Team! This is an exceptional time to join the Naval Academy Hospitality team as we continue to expand and elevate our services. We are seeking skilled and dedicated culinarians to become part of our growing organization. Join us as we embark on this journey of growth and innovation. Be part of a team that values culinary excellence and offers opportunities to contribute to a dynamic and thriving hospitality operation.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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 window. Learn more about federal benefits.
Benefits & Perks Medical, Dental, Life, and Long‑Term Disability; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment, 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 401(k) Loan; Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual.
Use of the Brigade Sports Complex and MWR facilities, shop at the Midshipmen Store and at the Navy Exchange, Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union and to use childcare with CDC & NAPS, Use of Employee Assistance Program.
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.
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