Line Cook: Precise Prep & Plating

Navy Region Naval District Washington Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Naval Academy (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential pay

Overtime pay

Navy benefits eligibility

Employee dining/or facility perks

Job summary

U.S. Naval Academy is seeking a Line Cook for its NABSD Retail Dining and Hospitality operations in Annapolis, MD. The role supports cooks, prepares food, and maintains a clean kitchen while adhering to recipes and safety standards.

The position emphasizes teamwork, accurate temperature logs, and efficient station setup for service, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as part of a seven-day operation.

Qualifications

• Experience performing culinary duties and following standardized recipes.
• Knowledge of proper storage techniques and FIFO inventory control.
• Experience with food service equipment and line cook duties.
• ServSafe certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and obtain ingredients and equipment for food prep.
• Follow recipes and use correct measuring devices during preparation.
• Maintain clean workstation and proper utensil storage.
• Plating food items for service and handling leftovers per guidance.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and deliveries.
• Maintain temperatures and records for food safety and inventory.
• Support 7-day operation; mornings/evenings with weekend shifts.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food service equipment

FIFO storage techniques

Following recipes

Line cook / banquet prep

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

U.S. Naval Academy is seeking a Line Cook for its NABSD Retail Dining and Hospitality operations in Annapolis, MD. The role supports cooks, prepares food, and maintains a clean kitchen while adhering to recipes and safety standards.

The position emphasizes teamwork, accurate temperature logs, and efficient station setup for service, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as part of a seven-day operation.