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KITCHEN MANAGER NF3

U.S. Marine Corps · Department of the Navy · Twentynine Palms, California

Federal agencyNF-03
At a glance

A job with U.S. Marine Corps in Twentynine Palms, California. It pays $33.65 per hour (annualised at 2,087 hours) at grade NF-03. Applications close on Oct 11, 2026 — 25 days left.

Working pattern
On site
Who can apply
Open to the public
Clearance
Not Required

Main duties

  • Primary function is to actively plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate the facility's kitchen and dining room.
  • Oversees food preparation, assigned personnel, inventory and product acquisition, food cost control, requisitioning, training, directing and assisting cooks, preparing special dishes as required and general supervision of all food related activities.
  • Coordinates with catering manager regarding parties, banquets, and protocol functions for kitchen performance and front of the house execution.
  • Plans menus in consultation with the facility manager.
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About the role

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.

We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

What you will do

  • Primary function is to actively plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate the facility's kitchen and dining room.
  • Oversees food preparation, assigned personnel, inventory and product acquisition, food cost control, requisitioning, training, directing and assisting cooks, preparing special dishes as required and general supervision of all food related activities.
  • Coordinates with catering manager regarding parties, banquets, and protocol functions for kitchen performance and front of the house execution.
  • Plans menus in consultation with the facility manager.
  • Assures adherence to established menus and standardized recipes.
  • Supervises, directs, and assists in the preparation and cooking of food Prepares work schedules and makes work assignments.
  • Distributes workload, evaluates work performance, controls work attendance, and establishes leave schedules.
  • Interviews and recommends hiring as well as termination or promotion of assigned personnel.
  • Ensures food service personnel receive required food sanitation training and follows NAVMED policies and guidance for cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Maintains ServSafe Trainer certification and acts as facility trainer for ServSafe.
  • Competency with MS Office, Catering and culinary software.
  • Maintains and fosters relationships with vendors to include sales calls and workshops, conferences and seminars.
  • Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy.
  • Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner.
  • Takes action to solve problems quickly.
  • Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.
  • Adheres to safety regulations and standards.
  • Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.
  • Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

How you will be evaluated

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Documents you must provide

  • Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

Benefits

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees.

Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to: • Stability of Federal Civilian Service • People with passion for doing work that matters • Quality of Work Life Balance • Competitive Pay • Comprehensive Benefit Packages • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

What to expect next

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at *** will be able to view their application status online.

Additional information

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions.

You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position.

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: *** As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI).

For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002.

Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made. Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS. This activity is a Drug-free workplace.

The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

IF APPLICABLE, INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

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