Food Service Worker (Bowling) NA-02.

USAJOBS; Missouri; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal position in Missouri requires kitchen staff to perform various duties including food preparation, cleaning, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. No formal education is required, but candidates must follow specific instructions and complete training.

Qualifications

• No formal education qualification is required for this job.

Responsibilities

• Performs various tasks in a kitchen or dining area.
• Sets up and cleans dining areas and kitchen equipment.
• Completes food sanitation and safety training.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow simple instructions

Ability to use hand tools

Job description

Duties

1. Performs a variety of tasks involving multiple steps or a sequence of tasks that require attention to work operations in a kitchen or dining area following established procedures. Serves food by order and proper proportion.
2. Sets up cafeteria lines, steam-tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food items including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages; replenishes as necessary.
3. Breaks down and cleans tables and area when the meal is finished and returns dishes and food to the kitchen area. Brews coffee according to the number of servings required. Cleans kitchen equipment such as worktables, sinks, and refrigerators.
4. Washes tables and counters. Operates, breaks down, and cleans all equipment assigned to the area for food preparation. Sweeps and mops kitchen floors. May unload and store food from delivery trucks.
5. Scrapes, soaks, scours, and scrubs heavy cooking utensils such as mixing bowls or pots. Separates food waste and trash from dishes, glasses, and silverware. Loads dishwashers. Stores cleaned dishes, glasses, and silverware.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are 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.
• Willing and able to complete a minimum of 4 hours of initial food sanitation and safety training within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours of refresher training annually.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including a medical examination and Tier 1 background investigation for access to federally controlled facilities.
• Willing and able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and during special events.
• Physical effort includes frequently lifting/moving up to 40 pounds, standing, walking, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. May work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment.
• Working conditions involve exposure to hot liquids, sharp blades, hot surfaces, and temperature changes. Work is indoors with adequate light and ventilation. Risk of falling or slipping.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.
• Ability to use hand tools for cleaning and operating simple machines.
• Your resume must be clear and specific, as ratings are based solely on the information provided. No assumptions will be made regarding your experience and duties performed.

Education

No formal education qualification is required for this job.

Additional Information

Area of Consideration

• The area of consideration is worldwide, including Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates.

Manual Applications

• If unable to apply online, contact the NAF Human Resources Office or the listed representative to request a manual application form. Completed forms and supporting documents must be received by 08/04/2025 at 11:59 am CST.

PCS Costs

• PCS costs are not authorized as a move is not in the Government's interest.

FWS Allowances and Differentials

• This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
• Overtime is paid for work exceeding 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week, whichever benefits the employee more.

Incentives and Bonuses

• No incentives or bonuses are paid.

Additional Resources

• Applicants are encouraged to review the Applicant Information Kit at the provided URL for additional guidance.

Other Information

• Workplace safety protocols may include vaccination status inquiries. Additional referrals may be made within 90 days after the vacancy closing date. Applications are valid for 90 days, with referrals made as additional vacancies occur.