FOOD SERVICE WORKER
What you'd do
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Child Development Center, JB Charleston Air Base in Charleston SC. The work schedule will be determined by the needs of the activity. Physical Effort: Light to moderate physical effort in lifting up to 45 pounds or pushing carts. Constantly standing, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
Major duties
1.Food Preparation and Service Washes, peels, scrapes, dices, slices, and shreds fresh fruits and vegetables for cooking and serving. Prepares salads, sandwiches, beverages, and other simple food items using standardized recipes and prepared ingredients. Portions food into standardized serving sizes to ensure consistency and nutritional compliance. Sets up cafeteria serving lines, steam tables, dining areas, and beverage stations with food, condiments, utensils, and supplies. Serves meals cafeteria-style while maintaining proper portion control and customer service. Prepares, loads, and delivers meal and snack carts to assigned classrooms or remote serving locations. Retrieves serving carts following meal service, cleans and sanitizes all equipment, and prepares carts for the next scheduled meal. Assists in ensuring meals and snacks are prepared and served according to established schedules and USDA meal requirements. 2.Sanitation and Facility Maintenance Cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment, serving areas, dining areas, food preparation surfaces, and utensils following established sanitation procedures. Operates mechanical dishwashers and performs routine preventive maintenance. Washes dishes, pots, pans, flatware, serving utensils, and kitchen equipment by machine or by hand as required. Sweeps, mops, waxes, and sanitizes floors. Performs heavy-duty cleaning of walls, ceilings, exhaust hoods, walk-in refrigerators, freezers, storage areas, and equipment. Launders kitchen towels, aprons, and linens. Collects food waste and trash, sanitizes waste containers, and transports refuse to designated disposal locations. Uses approved cleaning chemicals safely and follows established sanitation and food safety standards. 3.Logistics and Manual Labor Assists with unloading deliveries of food, supplies, and equipment. Stores food and supplies using proper food rotation and storage procedures. Moves heavy garbage containers, food carts, and supply items throughout the facility. Assists with inventory organization and maintaining clean storage areas. 4.General Duties Performs related food service duties as assigned. Maintains professional interactions with coworkers, supervisors, parents, and customers. Supports safe food handling practices and contributes to a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen operation. Position is designated as a Position of Trust. III.CONTROLS OVER WORK Works independently after receiving initial oral or written instructions. Prioritizes and completes daily assignments according to established schedules, sanitation standards, and operating procedures. Supervisor provides guidance for new or unusual assignments and periodically reviews work for quality, timeliness, and compliance with applicable policies and procedures. IV.OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS (Conditions of Employment) 1.Skill and Knowledge: The employee must: Follow oral and written instructions. Perform multi-step food preparation and cleaning tasks using sound judgment and proper sequencing. Operate kitchen equipment including mechanical dishwashers, beverage dispensers, and other food service equipment safely. Maintain concentration while accurately portioning and serving food in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrate knowledge of food safety, sanitation, personal hygiene, and infection prevention practices. Work effectively as part of a team while providing courteous customer service. Resolve routine work issues with minimal supervision. Demonstrate dependability, organization, and efficiency in completing assigned duties. 2.Physical Effort: The position requires: Frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 45 pounds. Pushing and pulling heavily loaded serving carts. Continuous standing and walking throughout the workday. Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and work around hot surfaces, sharp utensils, and commercial kitchen equipment. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13019691
What you need to qualify
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 08/06/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Qualifying Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Must be able to follow simple oral instructions, be able to use hand tools for cleaning, and operate simple machines. Must be skilled in doing tasks with several steps and must use judgement in sequencing tasks. Must have knowledge of sanitation standards in handling and serving food, and for cleaning equipment and work area. Must be physically able to frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Must be able to continuously stand and walk, and frequently stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods of time. Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or Equivalent) and must speak, read and write English. Conditions of Employment: Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training. Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required. Immunizations are to protect both children and staff from preventable diseases and to maintain a healthy environment. The required immunizations are as follows: Annual Flu, DT, HEB A, HEB B, Varicella, and MMR. Continuous up to date immunizations is required. EVALUATING FACTORS: Skill and Knowledge: Must be skilled in doing tasks with several steps and must use judgement in sequencing tasks. Knowledge of sanitation standards for handling and serving food, and cleaning equipment and work area. Responsibility: Incumbent is responsible for independently completing work as scheduled after initial oral or written instructions when changes or new assignments are made. Supervisor periodically checks to see that work is done on time and according to instructions. Physical Effort: Frequently lifts or moves objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Continuous standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and bending. May be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment. Working Conditions: Uncomfortably high temperature and humidity are created by steam and heat from cooking and dishwashing. Area is usually noisy and there is a danger of slipping on wet floors where food or beverage has been dropped. Exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, hot working surfaces and extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigeration or freezer units. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
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