FOOD SERVICE WORKER

United States Department of the Air Force; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading government organization as a Food Service Worker, contributing to the Child Development Center. This full-time role involves food preparation and service, promoting you're growth in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive pay at $18.66 - $20.22 per hour with up to $1500 bonuses.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Up to $1500 bonus

Qualifications

• Entry level position with no minimum qualifications required.
• Experience in food service and food preparation is desired.
• Must be able to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic food preparation tasks like peeling and chopping.
• Clean and maintain service equipment.
• Transport food securely and maintain proper temperature.

Skills

Food preparation

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Sanitation practices

Job description

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Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Child Development Center.

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Child Development Center.

This position is regular, full time, working 35-40 hours per week. This is a full time position with a full benefits package.

Moderate physical effort is required in moving or lifting objects up to 40 pounds. Heavy lifting is sometimes involved. Constantly standing, bending, stooping and reaching.

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Overview

• Accepting applications
• Open & closing dates
  
  

05/31/2025 to 06/30/2025

• Salary
  
  

$18.66 - $20.22 per hour

Up to $1500 bonus available. Please refer to Additional Information for details.

• Pay scale & grade
  
  

NA 3

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Location

few vacancies in the following location

• Hanscom AFB, MA
• Remote job
  
  

No

• Telework eligible
  
  

No

• Travel Required
  
  

Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed
  
  

No

• Appointment type
  
  

Permanent

• Work schedule
  
  

Full-time

• Service
  
  

Competitive

• Promotion potential
  
  

None

• Job family (Series)
• 7408 Food Service Working
• Supervisory status
  
  

No

• Security clearance
  
  

Not Required

• Drug test
  
  

No

• Position sensitivity and risk
  
  

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

• Trust determination process
• Suitability/Fitness
• Financial disclosure
  
  

No

• Bargaining unit status
  
  

No

• Announcement number
  
  

25-7WFSY862234

• Control number
  
  

837918100

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This job is open to

• The public
  
  

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

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

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Duties

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of manual tasks in food preparation and food service areas such as preparing vegetables, salads, desserts and other food items. Basic responsibilities include securing and washing food, peeling, mashing or delivering food to the kitchen for cooking; slicing meats, preparing sandwiches and salads; measuring and mixing ingredients. Follows recipes as directed. Cleans, scrubs, wipes or washes service equipment such as work tables or refrigerators. Separates food waste and trash. Ensures food is transported using sanitary containers and kept at appropriate temperatures

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12744056

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• This position has a physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
• This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations; this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases
• Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and /or complete food handler's training.
  
  

Qualifications

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, 06/30/2025

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

This is an entry level position and no minimum qualifications are required for this position however experience in food service and food preparation is desired. Applicant must be physically able to lift 40 lbs.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

• $1,200.00- $1500.00 incentive bonus to a new employee (with 12-18 month continued service agreement)
• Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement..
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct deposit is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• A probationary period may be required.
• Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
• Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
• This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  
  

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• Benefits
  
  

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

• Benefits
  
  

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

• Required Documents
  
  

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

Required Documents May Vary Based On The Eligibility You Are Claiming (i.e., Applying As a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, Applying As a Veteran, Applying As a Current Federal Employees, Applying As a Displaced Employee, Etc.,). The Below Document(s) Are Required And MUST Be Submitted With Your Application By The Closing Date Of This Job Announcement:

• Resume
  
  

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Diploma/ GED
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Other (1)
• Other (2)
• PCS Orders
• Professional Certification
• Proof of Marriage Status
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript
  
  

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

• How to Apply
  
  

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/30/2025 to receive consideration.

To begin, 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 be included with your application package. 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 in order 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. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

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://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Agency contact information

Hanscom NAF HR Office

Email [e-mail]

Address Hanscom Child Development Center

66 FSS/FSCN

20 Schilling Circle

Hanscom AFB, MA 01731-2800

US

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

• Fair and Transparent
  
  

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request
  
  

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Required Documents

Required Documents May Vary Based On The Eligibility You Are Claiming (i.e., Applying As a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, Applying As a Veteran, Applying As a Current Federal Employees, Applying As a Displaced Employee, Etc.,). The Below Document(s) Are Required And MUST Be Submitted With Your Application By The Closing Date Of This Job Announcement:

• Resume
  
  

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Diploma/ GED
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Other (1)
• Other (2)
• PCS Orders
• Professional Certification
• Proof of Marriage Status
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript
  
  

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

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How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/30/2025 to receive consideration.

To begin, 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 be included with your application package. 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 in order 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. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

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://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

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Agency contact information

Hanscom NAF HR Office

Email [e-mail]

Address Hanscom Child Development Center

66 FSS/FSCN

20 Schilling Circle

Hanscom AFB, MA 01731-2800

US

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Read more

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request
  
  

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Overview

• Accepting applications
• Open & closing dates
  
  

05/31/2025 to 06/30/2025

• Salary
  
  

$18.66 - $20.22 per hour

Up to $1500 bonus available. Please refer to Additional Information for details.

• Pay scale & grade
  
  

NA 3

• Location
  
  

few vacancies in the following location

• Hanscom AFB, MA
• Remote job
  
  

No

• Telework eligible
  
  

No

• Travel Required
  
  

Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed
  
  

No

• Appointment type
  
  

Permanent

• Work schedule
  
  

Full-time

• Service
  
  

Competitive

• Promotion potential
  
  

None

• Job family (Series)
• 7408 Food Service Working
• Supervisory status
  
  

No

• Security clearance
  
  

Not Required

• Drug test
  
  

No

• Position sensitivity and risk
  
  

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

• Trust determination process
• Suitability/Fitness
• Financial disclosure
  
  

No

• Bargaining unit status
  
  

No

• Announcement number
  
  

25-7WFSY862234

• Control number
  
  

837918100

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/837918100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

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