Sous Chef #25-53a

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.

JOB SUMMARY
This position is located in the U.S. Naval Academy’s Business Services Division (NABSD), Naval Academy Club, at the U.S Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD. The incumbent will function in the position of preparing food items required for all banquet events, including breakfast, luncheons, dinners, and special parties.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• 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.
• Assists with preparation of other food products on serving line as needed.
• Assists cooks in their tasks.

To learn more about the responsibilities and qualifications for this role, please visit our website and review the official vacancy announcement.

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 and experience.
1. Incumbent must have completed five years of education beyond high school; or have four years of equivalent culinary experience in a restaurant, catering or hospitality industry; or 1 year equivalent to a GS-5/NF3 level. Education in Culinary Arts or related focus preferred.
2. Incumbent must have experience in leading junior kitchen personnel.
3. 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.
4. Incumbent must have the ability to analyze and correct production problems independently and coordinate the cooking process for food items assigned to them.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in executing standardized recipes and procedures. Experience with recipe and menu development is preferred.