Food and Beverage Attendant NA-03

U.S. Army MWR; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army MWR at Fort Irwin, California, is seeking staff for Epicenter Food Truck operations. The role involves food preparation, cash handling, and maintaining sanitation in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include serving customers, preparing meals, and ensuring accurate billing while upholding safety standards. On-site shifts may include mornings, nights, and weekends; experience in hospitality is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must meet state/local age requirements (18) for serving alcoholic beverage where applicable.
• Be able to lift and carry weights up to 20 pounds.
• Possess math skills to calculate patron bills and take inventory.
• Skill in mixing or serving beverages (alcoholic or nonalcoholic).

Responsibilities

• Operates cash register, collects payment, and maintains sales records.
• Prepares sandwiches and box lunches; handles cleanup and sanitation; unloads trucks.
• Works independently; follows simple food-handling techniques; serves portions accurately.
• Receives assignments and completes tasks with initiative.

Skills

Cash handling

Food service

Customer service

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Cash register system

Job description

Summary

This position is located at: Epicenter Food Truck - Fort Irwin, California.

As a member of the Epicenter Food Truck team, you will be integral to a network of dining facilities. These establishments range from casual eateries to full-service dining and event catering.

This is an open continuous announcement. All qualified applicants will be forwarded to management on a weekly or as needed basis.

This job is open to

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

• Collects sales slips, total sales on cash register, accepts payment from patrons and makes change as necessary. Maintains related cash records. Keeps work area clean and orderly.
• Prepares sandwiches and box lunches. Washes dishes, pots and pans. Empties trash and cleans and sanitizes containers. Unloads trucks and places contents in proper storage and use areas, brings supplies to work areas.
• Able to work alone. Know simple food handling techniques. Able to work safely. Able to serve uniform individual portions and avoid distractions when several guests ask for different items at the same time. Able to use simple arithmetic.
• Receives verbal and written assignments. Is expected to work as scheduled and to know what steps are needed to complete the work. Accomplishes work on own initiative.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must be willing and able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Shifts may include working, morning, nights, weekends, holidays and special events.
• Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training is required within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually.
• Must be willing to work at the Epicenter Food Truck location.
• A physical is required for this position.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

• Must meet state/local age requirements (18) for the serving of alcoholic beverage at the time of appointment.
• Be able to lift and carry weights up to 20 pounds.
• Possess math skills necessary to calculate patron bills and take inventory.
• Skill in mixing or serving alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverages.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• This job is open to candidates WORLDWIDE. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

PCS Costs:

• Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Incentives and Bonuses

• Incentives will not be paid.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week -- whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

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Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

• After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

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• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

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Required Documents

• 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
• Marriage License to support Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
• DA 3434
• PCS Orders
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

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Agency contact information

• NAF HR Office Fort Irwin
• Email [e-mail]
• Address ET-NAF-W4E6AA NATIONAL TRAINING CENTER AND FT IRWIN
• DO NOT MAIL
• Fort Irwin, CA 92310
• US

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