Supervisory Food Service Specialist (DODEA) NF-03

Summary

This position is located within the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) School Lunch Program Division, Fort Liberty, NC.

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Army NAF pay setting rules apply to this vacancy.

This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

• Serves as Supervisory Food Service Specialist within a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) school cafeteria responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and overseeing all phases of the food service program.
• Travels to school cafeterias to perform quality control checks, monitor food operations, and ensure food service regulations relative to food preparation, food storage, stock level, service and sanitation are strictly adhered to.
• Develops menus and ensures the quality of the food service program is met.
• Serves as first line supervisor to at least two Cook Supervisors and serves as second line supervisor to approximately 50 employees.
• Periodically conduct interviews and hiring of staff.
• Provides technical assistance, advice and training to food service personnel.
• May adjust workflow processes to increase efficiency of food operations.
• Conducts orientation and prepares Individual Development Plans for Food Service Workers, Cooks, and Cook Supervisors.
• Reviews and monitors cost data and efficiency of food service operations and coordinates all planning for food service support with Food Service Manager.
• Conducts inventories and ensures that inventory records are complete and accurate.
• Assist Food Service Manager in developing operating budget, identifying labor, equipment and supply cost elements.
• As required, prepares reports such as various labor and cost of goods forecasts and evaluations.
• May require lifting and carrying supplies that weighs up to 40 pounds.

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 to include a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations.
• The ability to obtain (within first six 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 Food Protection Manager Certification Program).

Qualifications

Qualifications:

1.Successful completion of a four (4) year college or university degree with a major course of study in dietetics, food, nutrition, food service management, institution management, or related science; OR

possess three years of progressively responsible work experience one year of which was directly related to planning menus and performing the fiscal operations of a food program.

2. Must demonstrate the ability to supervise and train personnel.

3. Must possess the ability to operate a personal computer using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

4. Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Education

If you are using your education to qualify for this position, a copy of your unofficial transcript must be uploaded at the time of application and if selected, official transcripts are required prior to starting employment.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is Local. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Applications:

• If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 PM EST by 09/03/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job-related questions may result in an ineligible rating.

Allowances, Incentives, and PCS Costs:

• Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
• Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials

• This is a pay-banded position.

Please check out our Applicant Information Kit:

• It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf ).

Other:

• Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
• Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
• This is a Flex position with a minimum workweek of 0-40 hours and not eligible for benefits.

Cut-Off:

• The first cut-off for this vacancy is 27-AUG-2024. Additional referrals will be sent to management upon request. When all positions are filled, this vacancy will close.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

If you are claiming any of the below eligibilities, your supporting documentation must be received at the time of application.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

• NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
• NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
• NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

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• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  The following documents must be submitted with your application:
  
  
  • Resume
  
  
  The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  
  
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA Form 3434
  • Sponsor's PCS Orders to Fort Liberty
  • Marriage Certificate (required if your name does not appear on the PCS Orders)
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript
• How to Apply
  
  You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
  
  1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12519494. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/03/2024 to receive consideration.
  
  • Click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12519494.
  • Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
  
  2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  NAF Job Info Center Fort Liberty
  
  Phone
  
  910-396-8933
  
  Email
  
  USARMY.LIBERTY.CHRA-SC.MBX.USASTAFFINGBRAGG@ARMY.MIL
  
  Address
  
  DODEA Fort Liberty
  
  Do Not Use
  
  Fort Liberty, NC 28307
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

• Resume

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• DA Form 3434
• Sponsor's PCS Orders to Fort Liberty
• Marriage Certificate (required if your name does not appear on the PCS Orders)
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12519494. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/03/2024 to receive consideration.

• Click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12519494.
• Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
• You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
• It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
• Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

NAF Job Info Center Fort Liberty

Phone

910-396-8933

Email

USARMY.LIBERTY.CHRA-SC.MBX.USASTAFFINGBRAGG@ARMY.MIL

Address

DODEA Fort Liberty

Do Not Use

Fort Liberty, NC 28307

US

Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request