Nimitz News Daily Digest - July 28, 2012

July 28, 2012

Vol. 1 Issue 47

Carrier Strike Group 11 Names Sailors of the Quarter Commander, Carrier Strike Group Eleven Rear Adm. Pete Gumataotao announced the Bluejacket, Junior and Senior Sailors of the Quarter July 27.

USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Medical Department’s Seaman Lance Worster, Nimitz Air Department’s Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 2nd Class David Hernandez and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 75’s Aviation Electrician’s Mate 1st Class (AW) Stephanie Larose were each named Bluejacket, Junior and Senior Sailors of the Quarter, respectively.

(From left to right) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (handling) Airman Riliwan Omisola, Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Garrett Davis, and Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Justin Escano, first place winners of the first Nimitz Iron Chef Competition of 2012, pose for a photo with the competition’s judges.

Culinary Competition Brings the Heat Story and photos by MC3 Devin Wray

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here is a lot of friendly smack talk between the different galleys aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Between planning Sunday brunches for the crew, cooking dinner for distinguished visitors, and coordinating the upcoming Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012 reception; the ship’s galley workers are cooking up stories about whose best.

Chief Culinary Specialist Sherwin Penaranda, Supply Department’s “Chow King” put his people to the test July 27 with an Iron

Chef competition.

“My team has been working hard these last few months,” said Penaranda. “It’s a good way to let off some steam.”

This is the first competition Nimitz food service division has had since 2010, when the ship entered its docking planned incremental availability (DPIA).

Penaranda said the competition was meant to get back to one of the ship’s underway traditions.

The competition kicked off as the contestants met in the first class see FOOD FIGHT page 4

Nimitz Recognizes Sailors of the Day July 25, 2012

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Commanding Officer CAPT Jeff S. Ruth Executive Officer CAPT Buzz Donnelly Command Master Chief CMDCM Teri McIntyre Public Affairs Officer LCDR Karin Burzynski Editor MC3 Ryan Mayes Lead Designer MC3 Renee L. Candelario

ireman Sara Battisti, of Nimitz’ Damage Control Division, was selected as Nimitz’ Sailor of the day on July 25 for her outstanding performance in the Aqueous Foam Forming Film (AFFF) Shop. As the maintenance person for the AFFF shop she is responsible for the daily maintenance that ensures the AFFF systems are always ready in case of emergency.

She was named the “flying squad MVP” by Afloat Training Group (Pacific) for her performance as a repair locker plotter, keeping the locker officer up-to-

Capt. Jeff Ruth, commanding officer of USS Nimitz (CVN 68) named Fireman Sara Battisti Sailor of the Day for July 25 in the Pilot House.

(Photo by MC3 Renee L. Candelario)

date on multiple simulated casualties.

Her efforts helped Nimitz complete the damage control portion of the Final Evaluation Problem with a score of

92.2 percent. Her initiative, loyalty and total devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Navy.

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viation Structural M e c h a n i c Airman John Bergner, aircraft maintenance technician, work center 51 Echo, Aircraft Tire Shop, Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Department on board the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) was selected as the ship’s Sailor of the Day July Capt. Jeff Ruth, commanding officer of USS Nimitz (CVN 68) named Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman John Bergner Sailor of the Day, 27. Bergner repaired July 27 in the Pilot House. (Photo by MC3 Ryan J. Mayes) and overhauled more than 200 aircraft tires 2000 sorties for 3000 mishap free flight in preparation and support of Rim of the hours. Bergner was also responsible for Pacific (RIMPAC). His efforts contributed restructuring the instant inventory system to Carrier Air Wing 11 flying more than for on hand aircraft consumable materials.

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Navy News

Job Application Changes Focus on Sea Duty Manning Story provided by Naval Personnel Command Public Affairs

MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- The Navy announced changes to their enlisted distribution system in Career Management System Interactive Detailing (CMS/ID) in a message released July 26.

CMS/ID is the interactive system that Sailors use to apply and negotiate for orders.

These changes to CMS/ID are part of the Navy’s coordinated effort to aggressively address gaps at sea and place Sailors with the right experience levels and skill sets into high-priority Fleet billets.

According to NAVADMIN 226/12, the way in which billets are advertised in CMS/ID is changing. Beginning with the August 2012 CMS/ ID cycle, a single set of sea and shore billets, prioritized by U.S. Fleet Forces Command, U.S. Pacific Fleet and Navy Personnel Command to reflect the highest-priority Fleet billets, will be advertised. Detailers will fill all advertised billets each cycle.

“Navy is implementing changes to distribution policies, procedures and systems to increase sea duty manning and assignment predictability to provide the right Sailor, with the right mix of skills and experience, at the right time for operational readiness,” said Rear Adm. Tony Kurta, director of Military Plans and Policy.

“Fleet readiness will be the ultimate factor in filling assignments and this change ensures the highest-priority requirements are filled.”

Sailors who are in their CMS/ID negotiation window will still be able to apply for five jobs from the advertised list in their rating and paygrade.

Since detailers will fill all billets advertised every month, it is important for Sailors to use all five of their application opportunities in CMS/ID. “History shows that Sailors rarely apply for more than two advertised jobs,” Kurta explained.

“Those who make all five choices will have a better chance of being detailed to one of their desired assignments.”

Sailors entering into their CMS/ID negotiation window should apply early and often to ensure their preferences are relayed to the detailers.

Chief Operations Specialist Tonye Golston reviews job assignments in Career Management System/Interactive Detailing.

(U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Andrea Smithluedke)

Sailors should provide their input each month during the negotiation process on CMS/ID or via direct contact with their detailer. According to the message, since all billets will be filled, detailers may have to select a Sailor for a job they did not volunteer for. Sailors nearing the end of their negotiation window are more likely to be assigned to jobs for which they have not applied.

Sailors are encouraged to speak with command career counselors to understand changes to CMS/ ID, and to consider applying for the Voluntary Sea Duty Program before they enter the normal order negotiation window if they have specific desires for geographic location.

“Leadership involvement and aggressive and thorough Career Development Boards (CDBs) will be key to the success of these changes,” Kurta emphasized. “Sailors should be made aware of how these changes and the needs of the Navy will affect them when looking at future assignments.”

For more information, contact the Navy Personnel Command Customer Service Center at 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (827-5672) or via e-mail at CSCMailbox@navy.mil.

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Food Fight!

Story and photos by MC3 Devin Wray continued from page 1

mess to receive their secret ingredient and meet their judges face-to-face. The teams were surprised by the news of an added salad to present that would require a dressing made from scratch.

There were five teams in all, each with two to three contestants from different galleys around the ship.

After the rules were laid down, the contestants returned to their individual galleys to start on their dishes and smack talking.

“The Chief’s Mess won’t even be on the map of this contest,” said Culinary Specialist (CS) 2nd Class Angel Cortez, a competitor from Wardroom 3.

“The aft galley has more ingredients, but my only real competition is CS2 Escano.”

For the next two hours, the contestants prepared meals with ingredients provided to create their dishes. The competition required the teams to whip up an appetizer, soup, a main entrée made with starch, vegetable, and dessert for the five judges.

“I think it’s important to be creative and have an eye appealing dish,” said Lt. Cmdr. Jason Hoftiezer, a Nimitz Iron Chef competition judge. “Dining is an experience of sight, smell and taste.”

After serving and explaining their dishes to the judges, the chefs waited for the results.

“I’ve won several competitions for Nimitz,” said Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Justin Escano. “I

Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Brittany Sinclair displays a dish for judges in the first Nimitz Iron Chef Competition of 2012.

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was just glad to be there and inspire our junior Sailors.”

In the end, the team from the commanding officer’s galley, consisting of Escano, Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Garrett Davis, and Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Riliwan Omisola took first place, winning a set of Mercer knives and bragging rights. The second place winners from Wardroom 1 and 2 were awarded a day off of work at sea, while third place winners from Wardroom 3 received a $25 gift card each.

Penaranda said every contestant walked away with something else.

“I got to see some training, camaraderie, and a little boost in motivation,” said Penaranda.

The Iron Chef competition showed that no matter how hard the food service division has worked these last few months during RIMPAC, they continue to stay motivated and do their best.

The winning team’s dish consisted of a grapefruit and kiwi chutney with a balsamic glaze over a bruchetta, marinated beef tenderloin over a spring salad, red pepper and kelbasa soup, cream corn and squash with seared halibut and caper sauce, and a chocolate velvet brownie topped with cream cheese and M&M’s.

Aft galley workers present food entries to judges in the first Nimitz Iron Chef Competition of 2012.

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Taking Liberty Too Far Story by MC2 (SW/AW) Eva-Marie Ramsaran

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Training available Wednesdays and Fridays at 1900 in the First Class Mess

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Liberty Call! Liberty Call!

When those words are passed over the 1MC, many people are excited about getting off the ship for a break and going to explore the culture of many ports like Thailand, Malaysia, Australia or even different states in the U.S like Hawaii.

Others don’t think about the exploration aspect of the port at all. Some think, “I wonder what hotel he/she is staying at” or “this is the perfect place for me to do this and get away with it because we aren’t on the ship and no one will recognize us.”

Any idea what this refers to?

Well, frankly, it is about fraternization in the Navy.

Fraternization, a gender-neutral term, is traditionally used to identify personal relationships that defy the customary bounds of acceptable senior-subordinate relationships.

According to OPNAV Instruction 5370.2C, it’s not just about officers and enlisted members being inappropriately informal with each other; it also refers to chief petty officers (E-7 to E-9) and junior Sailors (E-6 and below), who are assigned to the same command having a personal relationship. Also, personal relationships between staff/ instructors and student personnel within Navy training commands, and recruiters and prospects, applicants or Delayed Entry Program (DEP) personnel that do not respect differences in grade, rank or the staff/student relationship are prohibited.

This policy includes a relationship between a member with positional authority over another member of the same pay grade, which is a common misconception.

Don’t think, “Oh, this is nothing! We can’t get in trouble for this.” Or “We won’t get caught.” Fraternization is definitely forbidden and punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

“Fraternization has a negative impact on good order and discipline throughout the Navy,” said Lt. Cmdr. Ryan Anderson, Nimitz’ judge. “It is a direct violation of the UCMJ and a lawful general order.”

The Navy has historically relied upon customs and Page 6

traditions to define the bounds of acceptable personal relationships among its members.

Unduly familiar personal relationships between service members regardless of pay grade have been contrary to naval custom, because they demoralize the respect for authority, which is essential to the Navy’s ability to accomplish its military mission.

In layman’s terms, senior ranking service members must maintain strictly professional relationships with junior personnel at all times.

This policy recognizes the need to prevent use of a senior pay grade or position where it results in, or gives the appearance of, favoritism, preferential treatment, and personal gain or involves actions, which undermine good order, discipline, authority or high unit morale.

“Interpersonal relationships on and off the ship are disruptive to everyone’s ability to perform daily duties,” said Anderson. “There’s a lot of selfishness with fraternization. Sailors deserve an environment where they don’t have to feel like they are being treated unequally and they can work hard.”

Other prohibitions that are categorized as unduly familiar or service discrediting are dating, sharing living accommodations, intimate or sexual relations, commercial solicitations, private business partnerships, gambling and borrowing money between officers and enlisted members, regardless of service.

However, it is acceptable for officers and enlisted members to socially interact amongst each other because it enhances unit morale and esprit de corps. Participation on command sports teams and other command-sponsored events intended to build unit morale and camaraderie are healthy and appropriate.

You don’t want to be the one who gets counseled, reassigned, or worse, separated from the Navy over something that is so easy to abide by. You will be held accountable…both of you.

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Four F/A-18 Super Hornets fly past the super structure of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). (Photo by MC3 Ryan J. Mayes)