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Food Service Worker

Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy · Yorktown, Virginia

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A 0-40 hours w/o benefits job with Commander, Navy Installations Command in Yorktown, Virginia. It pays $20.14 per hour (annualised at 2,087 hours) at grade NA-04. Applications close on Sep 25, 2026 — 8 days left.

Working pattern
On site
Who can apply
Open to the public
Clearance
Other

Main duties

  • Performs all or a variety of the following duties, either regularly or on a rotating basis.
  • Prepares and assembles food products in accordance with computerized or other basic recipes for quick service carryout area of the dining room and in support additional food services.
  • Includes, but not limited to, preparation of hot items, sandwiches, fruits, vegetables, salads, other side dishes, and beverages.
  • Requisitions needed food and non-food items from the Subsistence/ Supply Section in accordance with established policies and procedures.
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About the role

The primary purpose for the establishment of this job is to perform all or a variety of Food Service work and cashier duties. This position is located at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Twin Pin Bowling.

What you will do

  • Performs all or a variety of the following duties, either regularly or on a rotating basis.
  • Prepares and assembles food products in accordance with computerized or other basic recipes for quick service carryout area of the dining room and in support additional food services.
  • Includes, but not limited to, preparation of hot items, sandwiches, fruits, vegetables, salads, other side dishes, and beverages.
  • Requisitions needed food and non-food items from the Subsistence/ Supply Section in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Prepare foods in accordance with forecasted demand or other established standards.
  • Packages food in individual containers and stores food properly.
  • Complies with HACCP procedures during food preparation, storage, and service, including documentation of proper food temperatures.
  • Operates cash registers, changes printer paper for cash registers, and counts/verifies cash.
  • Demonstrates professionalism through continued courtesy, customer service, and employee teamwork.
  • Accounts for leftovers and complete cook worksheets, as appropriate.
  • Stocks, organizes, sets up, cleans, and maintains the work area prior to, during, and after scheduled hours of operation.
  • Ensure equipment is properly sanitized and operational, and food and nonfood supplies are available.
  • Properly stores unused food.
  • Minimizes unnecessary waste of food and nonfood items.
  • Markets and publicize special meals or food items.
  • Supports catering and other food service activities by requisitioning needed food and nonfood items; preparing food, beverages, equipment, and supplies; and setting up and cleaning all necessary equipment.
  • Performs a variety of maintenance and cleaning duties in the dish room, pot and pan, and server areas.
  • Manually or using mechanical equipment, washes heavy pots, pans, dishes, trays and service ware from the kitchen, dining room, catering functions and patient care units.
  • Operates rotating tray return.
  • Disassembles trays returned from dining areas.
  • Disposes of waste IAW established safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Loads dish machine and unloads clean dishes.
  • Stores clean dishes and sanitized items in designated areas.
  • Empties garbage disposal after each meal.
  • Sets up and maintains proper manual dishwashing sinks IAW established procedures and temperatures.
  • Cleans and sanitizes dish room, pot and pan areas to include countertops, tray return, dishwashing machine, dish rack, tray return, scrapping sinks, and pot and pan machines.
  • Empties trash to trash Dumpster as needed.
  • Mops dish room, kitchen and pot and pan area after each meal.
  • Set up and replenish condiments, silverware, trays, glassware, plates, disposable plates and cups in server area.
  • Replenishes disposable containers and plastic ware.
  • Cleans up spills in the server.
  • Sets up, serves food and breaks down cafeteria serving line.
  • (5%) Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

How you will be evaluated

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements.

Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Documents you must provide

  • The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume - Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
  • NOTE: When submitting transcripts for an Associate's Degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required.
  • All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major).
  • If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DOD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.
  • Altered transcripts will not be accepted.
  • Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for US equivalency in order to be considered.
  • Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private US organization.
  • Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.
  • Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.
  • Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.
  • This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive: Vendors Dependents aged 18 and older Service Providers Veterans with service-connected disabilities Contractors Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder) Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share) Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters Au Pairs, Child Care Providers What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access?
  • If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following: U.S. passport or passport card Military ID card (Common Access Card or CAC, DoD retired ID card) Permanent resident card (Green Card) Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) Other forms of identification accepted by the Department of Homeland Security How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license?
  • To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you'll need to visit your state's driver's license agency with the following documents: Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport) Proof of Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card) Two proofs of residency (e.g., utility bills, bank statements)

What to expect next

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. 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. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.

Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Additional information

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace.

The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements.

Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check.

Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

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