Cook Leader (Pac Beach)

Commander, Navy Installations Command; Pacific Beach (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command is hiring for a kitchen operations role located in Pacific Beach, WA. The incumbent will report to the Naval Station Everett Morale, Welfare and Recreation Director and supervise cooks and food service workers in a high-volume kitchen.

Responsibilities include preparing a variety of foods, coordinating multiple menu items, managing inventory and ordering, and ensuring sanitation and proper storage.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting kitchen staff and supervising cooks.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor in daily training, guidance and supervision of kitchen staff.
• Prepare a variety of foods in large quantities and ensure timely service.
• Plan and coordinate steps so all menu items are ready for serving together.
• Estimate consumption and place orders for food and supplies; manage inventory storage.
• Maintain sanitation standards and proper labeling; ensure cleanliness of kitchen areas.
• Direct lower-graded cooks and food service workers when supervisor is absent.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

Position is located in Pacific Beach, WA on a 47-acre property that includes 39 hotel rooms, 30 cottages, 43 RV spaces, food and bar service, gift shop and a recreation equipment rental program. Incumbent reports directly to the Naval Station Everett, WA, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Director.

Key Responsibilities

MAJOR DUTIES Assists the supervisor in the daily training, guidance and supervision of kitchen staff which includes cooks and food service workers who are responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of foods in large quantities. Relays instructions received from the supervisor and ensures the work is carried out in compliance with instructions given and food service sanitation practices and procedures.

Demonstrates proper methods and may inspect work in progress and upon completion to ensure a quality product is served. Reports the status of work in progress and any causes for delays to the supervisor. Makes recommendations to the supervisor in regards to approval/disapproval of leave; awards, hiring or corrective disciplinary actions as needed; may contribute to the evaluation of performance. May act for the Supervisor in their absence.

Using a full range of quantity cooking procedures from common or frequently used to new or difficult recipes, prepares a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces and gravies. On a daily basis, prepares 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.

In addition, may prepare menu items using special or difficult recipes involving many steps, ingredients or long preparation time in preparation of catered or special events. Estimates consumption of food items and places orders for food and other operating supplies. Ensures proper receipt and storage of inventory. May be asked in conjunction with the manager to cost and price menus.

Responsible for the proper storage, refrigeration and labeling of food in accordance with sanitation regulations at all times. Responsible for ensuring the kitchen area, equipment and food preparation areas are cleaned and maintained in accordance with sanitation regulations at all times. Ensures trash is removed continually as needed.

May direct the work of lower graded cooks and/or food service workers in the timely preparation and delivery of food and the proper cleanliness of the work area and equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $26.12 – $28.29/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.