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MWR Food Service Worker

Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy · Seal Beach, California

Federal agencyNA-03Vets' preference
At a glance

A 0-40 hours per week (flexible) job with Commander, Navy Installations Command in Seal Beach, California. It pays $18.89$20.48 per hour (annualised at 2,087 hours) at grade NA-03. Applications close on Sep 25, 2026 — 9 days left.

Working pattern
On site
Who can apply
Military spouses, Open to the public, Veterans
Veterans
Veterans' preference applies
Clearance
Other

Main duties

  • Operates a cash register according to cash handling procedures; takes payment and change.
  • Completes daily activities reports and ensures proper deposit of cash receipts according to established procedures.
  • Answers telephone, takes food order, takes delivery information; and provides charge totals.
  • May receive order, and serve customers dining in., according to prescribed procedures.
The original posting

Full details

About the role

This position is located in the Food and Beverage Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department in the Navy Region Southwest. The primary purpose of this position is to perform routine food service preparation and to provide cash handling responsibilities as required.

What you will do

  • Operates a cash register according to cash handling procedures; takes payment and change.
  • Completes daily activities reports and ensures proper deposit of cash receipts according to established procedures.
  • Answers telephone, takes food order, takes delivery information; and provides charge totals.
  • May receive order, and serve customers dining in., according to prescribed procedures.
  • Assist with monthly inventories.
  • 40% Provides assistance in food preparation area by performing a variety of tasks in connection with the preparation of variety of foods involving the operation of a ovens, microwaves, deep fryer, and steamers, as well as preparation of, pizza, salads, cold and hot sandwiches, pasta dishes, etc. May prepare uncooked food items and makes specialty coffees according to number of servings desired and in accordance with established procedures for timing and brewing.
  • Draws beer and serves as needed.
  • 30% Performs housekeeping tasks to ensure proper standards of appearance, cleanliness and safety of assigned spaces.
  • May remove soiled dishes from tables and carries to the kitchen.
  • Cleans, scrubs, wipes tables and counters and other service equipment such as work tables refrigerators, freezers, service equipment, etc., sweeps and mops floor.
  • 10% Arranges salads, desserts, cold beverages, etc., stocks condiment stands, self-service milk and ice cream cabinets and hot and cold drink dispensers.
  • Replenishes stock as necessary.
  • Informs supervisor when stock is low.
  • May open and/or close facility.
  • Ensuring compliance with established procedures.
  • Responsible for complying with all safety, fire and sanitation rules and regulations.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

This is not in a positive education series.

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. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided 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.

Documents you must provide

  • The following documents are required at the time of application: Résumé Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent 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: When submitting transcripts for an Associate 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 U.S. 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 U.S. 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.

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. Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment. Some positions have special requirements.

Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established.

Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3).

If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. ***

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