Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Chef, Cadet Food Services at the USAF Academy. Subject position is responsible for the total management of Cadet Food Services programs and activities including implementation, direction and coordination of executive support services and activities that support the Cadet Wing. Responsibilities Performs all duties and responsibilities required in the day-to-day operations of all activities within CFS. Formulates implements, coordinates and evaluates plans to achieve balanced, effective and economical operations applied in meeting functional responsibilities and work loads. Provides expert technical advice and assistance to the Director, 34th Support Division. Represents the food services branch and its' interest at a variety of installation, trade, professional and other meetings. Responsible for overall cost of operations and non-appropriated and appropriated funds within the branch: Reviews all expenditures. Provides overall supervision of the 34th Food Services Branch work force, residual organization and most efficient organization, through subordinate supervisors. and sections. Directs and evaluates results of special surveys and studies to ensure provision of needed activities. Functional Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) and quality assessment evaluator for Cadet Dining Facility, full food service solicitation. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, IAW OPM Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions for GS-0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service which includes knowledge of and experience in institutional quantity food service management, institution management, principles of nutrition, management policies, practices. Extensive knowledge of and experience in appropriated and non-appropriated fund financial planning, uses and prohibitions, and budgeting cycles and preparation. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in preparing reports, correspondence, briefings and in conversations to establish and maintain effective working relationships. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of and experience in institutional quantity food service management, institution management., principles of nutrition, management policies, practices. 2. Extensive knowledge of and experience in appropriated and non-appropriated fund financial planning, uses and prohibitions, and budgeting cycles and preparation. 3. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in preparing reports, correspondence, briefings and in conversations to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 4. Ability to anticipate, analyze, research and resolve operation related situations and problems. 5. Ability to work independently in situations that are frequently difficult and under time constraints to skillfully coordinate, plan and guide the work of others in a cooperative manner. 6. Knowledge of and experience in the application of organizational, installation, Air Force and DOD component policies for business and food services. Knowledge of the use of standard program planning, development and execution techniques for business and food service. Knowledge of financial and program goals for business and food service activities and governing DODI's. and AFI's. Demonstrated qualities of leadership and ability to supervise the work of others and knowledge of relevant personnel policies and procedures. Knowledge of techniques in handling and sampling food for quality and food safety, HAACP, including US Department of Public Health Food Code, on-the-job safety and OSHA standards, AFOSH standards, Hazardous Materials Communication, and ECAMP. Ability to obtain Serv-Safe certification to monitor contract compliance. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.