Assistant Food Preparation Specialist

Supreme Court of the United States•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Food Preparation Specialist is a full-time, one-year temporary position with the Marshal's Office at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C., with possible extension. The position assists the Chef/Food Preparation Supervisor and Assistant Chef with food preparation and service for luncheons, dinners, receptions, and other special functions held at the Court. It also supports care of the Court’s dining facilities, related property, and materials, excluding the public cafeteria. The role may include independent responsibility for preparing food items and meeting event service requirements. It involves coordinating with caterers, musicians, entertainers, florists, and vendors; assisting with food selection and purchasing; cleaning assigned dining areas; maintaining records and equipment; and conducting inventories. Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.

Requirements

Background in food and related accessory preparation.
Experience as a kitchen steward, waiter, cook, or bartender.
Thorough knowledge of food preparation, appropriate accessories, related service, and required equipment.
Knowledge of table arrangements for formal and informal dining, table waiting, and bartending.
Knowledge of food service administration, purchasing, records, and inventory procedures.
Knowledge of food service equipment maintenance and sanitation.
Ability to perform under extreme pressure and use good judgment.
Ability to work long hours to oversee events.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a security background check.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify Selective Service registration or exemption.

Responsibilities

Assist the Chef/Food Preparation Supervisor and Assistant Chef in preparing for luncheons, dinners, receptions, and other special functions.
Assist with care of dining facilities, related property, and materials in the Supreme Court Building, excluding the public cafeteria.
Assist with or independently prepare food items and meet event service requirements.
Coordinate with caterers, musicians, entertainers, florists, and vendors.
Assist in selecting and purchasing food items as required.
Clean assigned dining areas and related property and materials.
Maintain records and ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
Conduct annual and other inventories as required.
Perform other duties as required.