Chef (Supervisor)

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This position is located in the Dining Services Department at NAF El Centro. The purpose of this position is to plan, direct, supervise and coordinate the food preparation for daily restaurant service, catered and/or special events which require a number of items to be prepared and simultaneously cooked for varied scheduled events. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

  • Graduation from a culinary institute, preferred.

  • Knowledge and ability to perform routine management functions such as planning, scheduling, extensive methods, techniques, practices and coordinating operations of the mess

  • General knowledge of prices, dietetics, grades of food and meal planning, as well as reviewing establishments in nearby communities regarding menus, pricing, services provided and other methods of operating

  • Ability to recommend corrective action as deemed necessary

  • Knowledge to skillfully apply new methods in managing food, and also equip employees to expertly perform their duties

  • Knowledge of general methods of cooking, baking, preparing and serving quality food in mass quantities for large groups of people

  • Knowledge and ability to supervise and train personnel in preparing and serving food and supervising store room, bakery operations and services

  • Knowledge and ability to inspect facilities for cleanliness, sanitation, personal hygiene standards and physical condition of furnishings and equipment

  • Knowledge and ability to prepare pertinent records and reports

  • Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English both verbally and in writing

  • Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.

 

 

HOW TO APPLY:  Submit a NAF employment application form to the Welcome Center, Building 401 NAF El Centro, CA, 92243. Submitted applications will be retained for 90 days. Resumes and applications may also be submitted via email to NAFSWJOBS@navy.mil.  Submitted applications and resumes will be retained for 90 days. For more information, visit our website at https://elcentro.navylifesw.com/about/jobs.  Applicants who do not meet the above requirements may not be interviewed. Due to volume of applications received, applicants may not be notified of non-selection. Participation in direct deposit upon employment is required.