Kitchen Manager, NF-1101-03

Department of the Navy U.S. Marine Corps (249 current openings)
Albany, Georgia
Full-time Security Clearance: Not Required
Application Deadline:
2026-08-20
Posted:
2026-08-13

1 day left to apply

Salary: $19.83 – $19.83 per hour (NF-03)

Salary context

Based on 110 hourly jobs in the same occupational series. This role's pay spans a broad range among similar positions.

Job Details

Position Overview

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.

Duties

What to Expect

  • Primary function is to actively plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate the facility's kitchen and food production.

  • 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 Food & Beverage Operations Manager regarding parties, banquets, and protocol functions for kitchen performance and execution.

  • Plans menus in consultation with the operations manager.

  • This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

What are we looking for?

  • Three years experience in supervising, directing and coordinating a full service kitchen; institutional food service experience preferred.

  • Skill in food preparation, supervising personnel in preparation of meals, product requisition, food cost control, training and directing cooks.

  • Ability to supervise/lead employees in the accomplishment of work.

  • Must have demonstrated knowledge of special and modified diet foods.

  • Ability to use commercial food service equipment.  Must be thoroughly familiar with sanitation and proper food protection procedures.

  • 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.

Requirements

EVALUATIONS:

Evaluations

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.

Required Documents

Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

How to Apply

STEP 1 - Qualify with Application and/or Resume.

You must meet the experience requirements described above under Qualifications. Your application and/or resume must clearly demonstrate your relevant experience to qualify. You must include employer, position title, position start date (mm/yyyy) and end date (mm/yyyy), pay grade (as applicable) for each position listed.

Internship and volunteer positions listed must also include the start date month and year (mm/yyyy) and end date month and year (mm/yyyy).

STEP 2 - Submit application and/or upload resume online at: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=78448&PostingSeq=1/

STEP 3 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 or Service 2 Copy as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=78448&PostingSeq=1/.

STEP 4 - Employment Preferences, may be requested for positions graded NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, & NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. If you are using an employment preference, please use this chart below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility.

PREFERENCEREQUIRED DOCUMENTSMilitary Spouses
  1. Furnish a copy of the PCS order identifying a dependents-authorized move and the sponsor's reporting date to the new duty location.
  2. Submit a current application or resume.
  3. For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility.
VeteransCopy of DD214 citing general or honorable discharge.Persons with DisabilitiesProof of Disability Documentation from: doctor, licensed medical professional, licensed rehabilitation professional, or any federal, state, District of Columbia, or US territory agency that issues or provides disability benefits.

Spouses of relocating active-duty military members applying through Military Spouse Preference Program must upload all documents listed above. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until declination or acceptance of a regular Full-Time or Part-Time position. Spousal Preference may only be utilized once for each permanent relocation.

As applicable, upload all required documents above to your profile under "My Job Applications" in the MCCS Careers application portal https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=78448&PostingSeq=1/.

STEP 5 - If applicable, upload a copy of your Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with "TA" stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=78448&PostingSeq=1/.

Transition Assistance Program:  (May be requested for positions graded NF-3 below or equivalent) Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload all documents listed above in Step 5.

STEP 6 - Before you press "Submit Application", be sure all requested documents have been attached or uploaded.

It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate.  HR will not modify applications, resumes or add missing attachments. To return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account.

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME (EST) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.