Barista NA-04
United States Army Installation Management Command
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BARISTA, NA-7401-04
U.S. Marine Corps
Department of the Navy
Location
Jacksonville, North Carolina
Salary
$19.76 - $19.76
per hour
Type
Closes
April 8, 2026More DOD jobs →
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a barista running a coffee shop on a Marine Corps base, where you'll prepare and serve coffee drinks, smoothies, and simple foods while helping customers and maintaining equipment.
It's a hands-on role in a team-focused environment that supports military families.
A good fit would be someone reliable with customer service experience, who enjoys fast-paced work and can handle basic math and safety rules.
Key Requirements
- Skill in performing multi-step tasks with judgment, such as setting up service counters
- Experience in food service operations, including preparing and serving beverages and simple foods
- Ability to operate a cash register and perform basic arithmetic
- Proficiency in using coffee shop equipment like commercial espresso machines
- Follow safety guidelines and perform preventative maintenance on equipment
- Read and follow oral and written instructions accurately
- Obtain and maintain food safety/sanitation certification (e.g., ServSafe)
- Lift and carry objects up to 45 lbs independently, with assistance for heavier items
Full Job Description
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team!
MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.
We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.
What are we looking for? Skill to perform tasks with several steps and use judgment in the performance of sequential tasks. Skill to serve uniform individual portions.
Skilled in various phases of food service operations. Ability to operate a cash register. Perform simple arithmetic. Perform work according to established safety guidelines.
Ability to read instructions, follow oral and written instructions are required.
Must be able to successfully complete and maintain food safety/ sanitation certification, and/ or ServSafe trainer certification, as applicable. Major Duties:
What to Expect Operates a full-service coffee shop, preparing and serving the full range of coffee beverages and other specialty non-alcoholic drinks.
Performs tasks with several steps or sequences of tasks such as setting up food service counters and side service stands with hot and cold food and beverages, including desserts and condiments.
Prepares and serves simple food items. Operates coffee shop machinery to include commercial espresso machine, etc.
Assists customers in the selection and purchase of specialty coffee and frozen fruit beverages, and whole bean sales.
Provides quality beverages, such as expresso drinks, smoothies, Coffee of the Week, Whole Bean and food products consistent with established recipe and presentation standards.
Performs preventative maintenance on equipment according to established checklists and schedules. Performs other related duties as required.
Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance.
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