Line Cook

📍 Annapolis, Maryland · 🏛 Commander, Navy Installations Command · 💰 $22 per hour · 🎓 NA 5 · 🧭 Cooking (7404) · ⏳ Closes Nov 16, 2026 · 5 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 2, 2026
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Job details at a glance

AgencyCommander, Navy Installations Command
DepartmentDepartment of the Navy
LocationAnnapolis, Maryland
Salary$22 per hour
GradeNA 5
ScheduleFull-time
Occupation seriesCooking (7404)
Openings2
Hiring pathsOpen to the public
PostedNov 2, 2026
Application deadlineNov 16, 2026
Telework eligibleNo
Remote jobNo
Security clearanceOther
Relocation expenses reimbursedNo
Promotion potentialNone
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About this job

The Line Cook position is located in the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD) Retail Dining and Hospitality, Annapolis, Maryland. NAFI is an entity that generates its own funds through its operations, and is not funded by Congress. This position assists in the preparation of food products, obtains necessary ingredients and cleans food-preparation equipment, utensils, and work areas.

Duties

- Assists cooks in their tasks - Obtains necessary products and small equipment items required for food preparation - Carefully follows standard recipes and uses correct measuring devices while preparing all assigned items - Follows manufacturers' instructions when operating food production and serving equipment - Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices, including those related to personal hygiene - Returns soiled food preparation utensils and other small wares to the proper areas - Maintains a clean work station, including equipment used for food preparation tasks - Collects food and beverage products and small wares required for item preparation - Assists in plating food items for service - Handles leftover food items as instructed by the sous chef - Cleans banquet preparation equipment, serving equipment, and assigned work station areas - Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer / fridge temperatures - Ensure stock rotation. Assist in the ordering of stocks and checking of deliveries, spending and check and value stocks as required - Performs other appropriate tasks assigned. - Work requires continual standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing and pulling, and bending. Frequently lifts or moves objects weighing up to 40 lbs. unassisted, and occasionally lifts or moves objects weighing over 40 lbs. with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers.

Qualifications

In order to meet the basic requirement of the Line Cook position, NA-7404-05, you must meet the following: Experience performing the culinary duties that have given you the ability to perform the duties of this position, which may include, but are not limited to food preparation, following standardized recipes, cleaning workstation and kitchen equipment, inspecting goods for freshness and stock rotation, plating food, etc. YOU WILL BE RATED ON THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) FOR THIS POSITION: 1. Experience in a culinary role. Line cook experience is preferred. 2. Knowledge of and experience using food service equipment. 3. Experience with proper storage techniques like "FIFO". ServSafe certification is preferred. 4. Ability to follow kitchen procedures and standardized recipes. 5. Experience as a short order, banquet cook, and/or prep cook.

Evaluations

All applications and supporting documents will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and KSA requirements listed in the announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.

How to apply

All applications must be submitted no later than NOON on the closing date via the Naval Academy Business Services website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/ Resumes must not exceed 2 pages. Resumes have a strict two-page limit; any content beyond page two will not be reviewed.

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Required documents

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a claimed preference. Resume (Not to exceed 2 pages) Cover Letter Transcript and/or Diploma ~ If using education screen-in for KSA #1 If Claiming NAF RPL (Non-Appropriated Fund Reemployment Priority): Most recent separation BBA SF50 (or equivalent) If Claiming Spousal Preference ~ Proof of Marriage and PCS Orders If Claiming Veterans Priority Consideration ~ DD-214 page 4 Current or Former Federal Employee ~ SF50 or equivalent

What to expect next

All applicants must submit an application via the https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/ website, and will receive an email confirming submission.

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment, 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 401(k) Loan options; and Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual. Perks: Possible Shift Differential Pay, Sunday Premium Pay, Daily or Weekly OT, Holiday Pay, Pay/Step Increases

Other information

Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Line Cook job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $22 per hour (NA 5).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 16, 2026 — 5 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Annapolis, Maryland with the Commander, Navy Installations Command.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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