Supervisory Chef NF-03

DLA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Careers seeks a qualified food service manager to oversee a comprehensive dining and catering operation at the Defense Logistics Agency facility in Richmond, VA. You will plan menus, forecast needs, and manage day-to-day execution while ensuring safety, sanitation, and quality across the program.

The role emphasizes supervision of staff, budget awareness, and adherence to federal standards for food service operations in a government setting.

Qualifications

• Culinary work experience in sit-down restaurant or catering operations.
• Supervise a food service program as described above.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages daily operation of a food service program including sit-down dining and catering.
• Prepares and oversees menus and forecasting of tools, equipment, and food items.
• Ensures safety, sanitation, and quality of the food service operation.

Skills

Culinary experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Culinary certification or degree

Job description

Summary

This position is located at Richmond, Virginia. This position is located at Defense Logistics Agency in Richmond, Virginia.

Incentives and Bonuses

Incentives will not be paid.

Duties

• Plans and manages the day-to-day operation of a food service program where sit-down restaurant dining and catering are a regular, substantial basis of the total food operation. Develops daily, catering, and specialty menus.
• Provides forecasts for required tools, equipment, food items, and other supplies. Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of menu items which involve standard to moderately complex and innovative cooking methods.
• Balances nutritional values of menus and ensures the quality of the total food service program. Conducts regular inspections and evaluations to ensure safety, proper food storage, kitchen sanitation, and overall efficiency of operations.
• Develops operating budget and identifies labor, equipment, and supply cost elements. Controls pricing; food/supply ordering, storage, and issue; and food production methods and techniques.
• Directs subordinates in all phases of service delivery and provides a full range of supervisory functions to include performance management, training and development, employee recognition, and conflict resolution.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2.
• Incumbent may be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.
• The ability to obtain (within first 6 months of employment) and maintain a Food Protection Manager Certification acquired through an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited agency is required (i.e., ServSafe FPMC Program).

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

• Culinary work experience in sit-down restaurant or catering operations which provided the knowledge, skills, & abilities needed to manage
• Supervise a food service program as described above.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":

• Possess and maintain an accredited culinary certification or degree.
• Possess at least three (3) years of experience as a Sous Chef or higher.

Initial Cut-Off Date

• Thursday, October 29th, 2026 applications must be received by 11:59 PM (EST). Applications received by the Initial Cut-Off Date will be reviewed and possibly referred to the Selecting Official. Subsequent referrals to the Hiring Manager will occur as additional vacancies become available or at the request of the Hiring Manager.

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who are Local. Local is considered with in 50-mile radius of DLA Richmond. Do you live with in a 50-mile radius of Richmond, Virginia? (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

• After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.