Military

Executive Sous Chef, NF-04

๐Ÿ“ Honolulu, Hawaii NF-4 $80,000 - $110,000/yr
Posted: May 27, 2026 Deadline: Jun 28, 2026 (Closes in 23 days)

About This Position

Serves as a Executive Sous Chef in the Kitchen Department of the Hale Koa Hotel. 2026 Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) for Honolulu, HI is 8.64%. The first cut-off date will be on June 10, 2026. Additional lists will be pulled after this first cut-off date at the request of the hiring manager. Local candidates will be reviewed first as PCS is not authorized. If determined that area of consideration is to be expanded, all candidates will be considered.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: Three (3) years of managerial experience in food service operations at a resort hotel. Such experience must have provided experience in all aspects of food service - financial and budgeting, costing of menus and inventories, marketing to promote sales, menu planning, inventorying, food preparation, food safety, sanitation and service; dietetics, grades of food, purchasing of culinary equipment and personnel management.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": Preferred are candidates with a culinary degree, equivalent professional certificate, or formal culinary training that provides comparable qualifications Five (5) years of experience in a high volume hotel or a comparably large, complex food service operation

Major Duties

As the Assistant Executive Chef carries out duties associated with the business of providing a first class food service operation within the resort. Exercises responsibility for the direction and oversight of a complex array of food outlets with entertainment venues complimenting resort operations, and extensive catering operations supporting individual, community, and conference events. Assists the Executive Chef in planning, developing, and managing all phases of food service programs in a facility with multiple food outlets where full service dining and catering are a regular and substantial basis of the total food operation.

Provides the highest quality food production available from the food service and hospitality industry. Creates special menus and supervises the preparation of meals which involve complex or new cooking methods. Balances nutritional values of menus prepared and ensures the quality of the total food service program.

Develop operating budget, identifying labor, equipment and supply costs elements. Controls food production using modern and up to date methods and techniques, ensuring maximum food safety at all times. Maintains all controllable expenses within budget.

Ensures internal control by active daily involvement. Supervises, directs subordinates and participates in all phases of food preparation.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.

Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire. We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire. If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.

Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key. Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities: NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA) NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE) NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)

Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

Additional Information

Area of Consideration: This job is open to candidates who live in this commuting area (the Island of Oahu). If determined that area of consideration is to be expanded, all candidates will be considered. If you reside outside of the local commuting area, relocation costs will be at your expense.

PCS Costs: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based upon a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Allowances and Differentials: This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.

Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will be paid, contingent upon eligibility. Discover Your Path to Success! Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit - Your go-to guide for understanding our hiring process and making your application stand out.

Inside, you'll find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.

Click here to view the kit or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf Additional Information: Additional referrals from this announcement may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities: Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below: 1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Announcement # WENAFP42612968219.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on06/28/2026 to receive consideration.

Click Apply to access the online application.

You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application. Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.

Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete to apply for the position.

Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application.

You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account and designate the document type when submitting your application It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12968219 Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the Applicant Manager Online Help (https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us) site. To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated.

For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status

  1. Manually: A manual application may be obtained by contacting the servicing Human Resources Office listed on this announcement. If you are applying manually, all required documentation must be received no later than 4:00 PM, Hawaii Standard Time to the Human Resources Office, on the closing date of this announcement.

Required Documents

About Your Resume: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement.

Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count. (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit) Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials. Expedite Your Hiring To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your application.

Required Documents Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement: Resume Other Accepted Documents Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service DA Form 3434 Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Executive Sous Chef, NF-04 position at United States Army Installation Management Command?
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000/yr. This is a NF-4 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the Executive Sous Chef, NF-04 job located?
This position is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: Three (3) years of managerial experience in food service operations at a resort hotel. Such experience must have provided experience in all aspects of food service - financial and budgeting, costing of menus and inventories, marketing to promote sales, menu planning, inventorying, food preparation, food safety, sanitation and service; dietetics, grades of food, purchasing of culinary equipment and personnel management. In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": Preferred are candidates with a culinary degree, equivalent professional certificate, or formal culinary training that provides comparable qualifications Five (5) years of experience in a high volume hotel or a comparably large, complex food service operation
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Jun 28, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.