MWR Chef (Supervisor)

Commander, Navy Installations Command

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 69,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command in San Diego, CA, is seeking a supervising chef to plan, direct, and coordinate food preparation for daily restaurant service, catered events, and special functions within Navy Region Southwest.

The role oversees cooks and food service workers, ensures adherence to menus and recipes, and enforces sanitation, safety, and cost-control standards while managing schedules and training staff.

Qualifications

This position is not in a positive education series.

Responsibilities

Oversees and participates in the preparation of a full range of foodstuffs which includes meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, soups, sauces, grilled items and desserts.
Supervise and coordinates the activities of cooks and food service workers engaged in preparing and cooking food to ensure economical and efficient food service operation.
Responsible for decision making for food preparation problems and establish high standards for overall food service operation.
Regulates cooking temperatures, test foods for proper texture, flavor, and seasoning as appropriate.
Plans menus in consultation with Facility Manager and Catering staff.

Job description

Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

This position is located in the Dining Services Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department within Navy Region Southwest. 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 prepare and simultaneously cook for varied scheduled events.

Key Responsibilities

Oversees and participates in the preparation of a full range of foodstuffs which includes meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, soups, sauces, grilled items and desserts. Supervise and coordinates the activities of cooks and food service workers engaged in preparing and cooking food to ensure economical and efficient food service operation. Responsible for decision making for food preparation problems and establish high standards for overall food service operation.

Regulates cooking temperatures, test foods for proper texture, flavor, and seasoning as appropriate. Prepare special dishes and cook food that requires skillful preparation, such as gourmet dishes and sauces. Instruct food service employees on fine points of cooking and on improved ways for food preparation, service, and cooking methods; check methods of food preparation, garnishing, and taste and inspect foods prepared by subordinates.

Performs supervisory functions for food preparation personnel. Prepares work schedules and distributes work assignments. Approves leave schedules. Evaluates work performances. Provides on-the-job training concerning food preparation, service and proper sanitation and safety standards. Recommends hiring and disciplinary actions. Plans menus in consultation with Facility Manager and Catering staff.

Supervises, directs, assists and participates in the preparation of cooking and serving food items. Assures adherence to established menus, standardized recipes and maintains quantity recipe file. Estimates consumption of and place orders for food products and other operating supplies through procurement department. Inspects deliveries for quantity and quality. Establishes stock levels. Assures proper receipt and storage of stock.

Establishes controls to prevent pilferage, spoilage, waste or misuse in food preparation and storage areas. Maintains inventories of food products and kitchen operating supplies. Participates in all inventories as required. Provides EEO Program support and takes all positive actions needed to assure and advance equal opportunity and EEO goals within the incumbent's area of accountability.

Insures that all persons receive full equal opportunity and treatment in placement, promotion, training, details, assignments, and related personnel actions.

Requirements & Education

This position is not in a positive education series.

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 $62645 – $62645/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-29.

What is the work schedule?

This is a 35-40 hours per week position.