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Commander, Navy Installations Food Service Worker (O Club) in Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan
Summary This position is located in the Food Court Division, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan. The incumbent performs a wide variety of work assignments during various shifts in support of the club operations. Responsibilities Accepts food orders from patrons. Prepares and serves a limited variety of simple food items, such as sandwiches, pizzas, and salads. Cleans, cuts, slices, chops and dices vegetables, meats, cheeses, or other food items for sandwiches, salads, and pizzas. Weighs, measures, and assembles ingredients according to standardized recipes, to assist Cooks. Ensures beverage coolers are stocked. Serves alcoholic beverages, as required. Makes coffee in large urns according to number of servings desired. Operates espresso machine and blenders to make a variety of coffee and frozen drinks. Sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. Removes soiled dishes, trays and utensils. Cleans tables and counters; sweeps and/or mops floors; and empties/sanitizes waste cans. May be required to move heavy garbage cans. Cleans kitchen equipment and storage areas, such as worktables, sinks and refrigerators. Separates food waste and trash from dishes, glasses, serving containers and utensils in the Bar area. Receives supply deliveries and ensures proper storage of shipments after delivery. May unload food from trucks. Coordinates food and beverage needs for special events, such as preparing and serving food. Follows safety and sanitation guidelines, policies, and procedures. Enters sales transactions on cash register or point of sale (POS) system; accepts payments and makes change; maintains change fund and accounts for sales. Answers customer questions regarding products and pricing. Spot checks guest checks to ensure information recorded is correct. Prepares Daily Activity Report (DAR) at end of shift. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required Knowledge of general sanitation principles and standards to safeguard food against spoilage, contamination, and waste. Knowledge of basic food handling techniques. Knowledge of safety procedures related to food preparation and equipment. Skill in performing tasks involving several steps and varied procedures. Skill in organizing work assignments in a logical sequence in order to execute tasks quickly and accurately. Ability to accurately execute work assignments with many interruptions and distractions. Ability to read and understand written and oral instructions. Ability to apportion, weigh, and measure foods accurately. Ability to use electrical appliances, grills, stoves, ovens, and other common kitchen equipment and utensils. Ability to operate a cash register or POS system. Ability to perform common arithmetic problems associated with receiving payment from customers, making change, and preparing cash reports. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Education When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses, which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter, and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package. Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency, which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards. To receive consideration for a non-related degree or eligibility based on a combination of education AND experience, a college transcript is required. All transcripts MUST show student's name and the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study.*If your degree has not been awarded/conferred, you must provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent along with transcript(s).Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html Additional Information Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MWR_Recruitment@fe.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given. Direct Deposit of Pay is required Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only. All candidates must reside within the commuting area. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives Offered: No