Food Service Worker, NA,02.

Obsolete Site; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Army NAF is seeking a kitchen/dining area worker to set up and stock lines, maintain cleanliness, and operate basic preparation equipment. The role requires adherence to sanitation standards and basic arithmetic for portioning.

Candidates should be able to read instructions, work indoors with potential exposure to hot liquids and heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks with accuracy. Work includes weekends and varied shifts in a dining facility setting.

Qualifications

• Must understand and follow sanitation standards and procedures.
• Basic food handling techniques and personal hygiene practices.
• Ability to read and understand written material and perform simple arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Sets up cafeteria lines, steam tables, dining areas with hot/cold items and beverages.
• Cleans tables, returns dishes to the kitchen, washes counters, and breakdowns equipment.
• Operates and cleans equipment, handles heavy utensils, and maintains sanitation.
• Performs other duties as assigned and reports hazards or malfunctions.

Skills

Sanitation standards

Food handling

Reading skills

Math basics

Job description

Duties

Major Duties: Performs a variety of tasks having several steps or a sequence of tasks that requires attention to work operations in a kitchen or dining area following established procedures. 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. Break down and cleans tables and area when meal is finished and returns dishes and food to the kitchen area. Washes tables and counters. Operates, break downs, and cleans all equipment assigned to the area for food preparation. Clean kitchen equipment such as worktables, sinks and refrigerators. Scrapes, soaks, scours, and scrubs heavy cooking utensils such as mixing bowls or pots. Separates food waste and trash from dishes, glasses, and silverware. Sweeps and mops kitchen floors. Cleans exhaust vents, hoods, windows, ceilings, and walls. Cleans and sanitizes trash cans; disposes of trash. Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills And Knowledge

Must have skill and knowledge to perform tasks involving several procedures and be able to concentrate on work assignments despite interruptions and distractions. A working knowledge of sanitation standards is required as well as knowledge of procedures to prevent contamination. Must know basic food handling techniques, personal hygiene standards and safe work procedures. Must have the ability to read and understand written material. Must have knowledge of basic arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals, such as counting the number of tables in order to determine the number of portions or meals required, or, how many servings a particular container will yield.

Responsibility

Incumbent is expected to complete assignments as scheduled. Judgment is required in maintaining standards of sanitation, safety, and service. Specific instructions are provided on new or unusual assignments. Work is periodically checked to verify progress and compliance with instructions and established practices. Must identify and report obvious hazards, malfunctioning equipment and any other situations that may impact work operations.

Physical Effort

Light to heavy physical effort is required. Frequently lifts and moves items weighing up to 40 pounds. Subject to continuous standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. May be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment.

Working Conditions

Work is usually performed indoors in areas that have adequate light and ventilation. Also works outdoors to set up and break down for luaus. Exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, and hot working surfaces, and extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigerators or freezing units. There is a danger of falling from a ladder or slipping on a floor where food or beverages have spilled.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required upon appointment


• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position


• Satisfactory completion of employment verification (E-Verify) check


• One year probationary period may be required


• A physical examination may be required


• Must be able to obtain a Tier 1 background investigation.


• Must be able to work weekdays, weekends, holidays and various hours of the day and week when required.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following: Ability to understand and follow simple instructions and be able to use tools for cleaning and operating simple machines.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Area Of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who live in this commuting area (the Island of Oahu). If determined that area of consideration is to be expanded, all candidates will be considered. If you reside outside of the local commuting area, relocation costs will be at your expense.

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based upon a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.