Culinary DFAC Supervisor – Military Kitchen Lead

KBR, Inc; Chaparral (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

KBR, Inc. seeks a Food Services Supervisor for a temporary assignment in Dona Ana, New Mexico, supporting military dining facility operations under LOGCAP NORTHCOM. The role requires leading chefs and cooks, planning menus, and ensuring safety and compliance.

Applicants must have AFMIS experience and a ServSafe Manager certification, with a background in DFAC operations. The position involves ~70 hours per week and passing a military background check for installation access.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year as a Sous Chef.
• Minimum of five years of recent experience in food preparation and service within a military dining facility (DFAC).
• Demonstrated experience supervising and managing dining facility operations supporting military personnel.
• Required experience using the Army Food Management Information System (AFMIS) for menu planning, inventory management, ordering, production schedules, and related food service operations.
• Proven ability to lead, direct, and supervise Food Service, Administrative, and Warehouse personnel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of military food service regulations, including TB MED 530, and AR 30-22.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of chefs, cooks, and food service personnel.
• Ensure high-quality food service operations and customer satisfaction.
• Plan, prepare, and submit weekly menus for review and approval by the Food Services Manager.
• Monitor food preparation, service, sanitation, and safety practices to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
• Maintain accountability and operational readiness of food service equipment and facilities.
• Develop and manage staff work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficient operations.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate personnel while fostering a productive team environment.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to food service operations.
• Operate company or government vehicles as required in support of mission and operational requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Staff training

Quality assurance

Tools

AFMIS

ServSafe Manager

AR 30-22 / TB MED 530 knowledge

Job description

KBR, Inc. seeks a Food Services Supervisor for a temporary assignment in Dona Ana, New Mexico, supporting military dining facility operations under LOGCAP NORTHCOM. The role requires leading chefs and cooks, planning menus, and ensuring safety and compliance.

Applicants must have AFMIS experience and a ServSafe Manager certification, with a background in DFAC operations. The position involves ~70 hours per week and passing a military background check for installation access.