CYP Food Service Worker
Commander, Navy Installations Command
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Food Service Worker
Air Combat Command
Department of the Air Force
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working in a child development center's kitchen at a military base in Nevada, where you'll set up meals, clean dishes and equipment, prepare simple foods like fruits and vegetables for kids, and keep the area tidy.
It's a part-time role with guaranteed hours and benefits, ideal for someone reliable who enjoys hands-on work in a supportive environment serving children.
A good fit would be an entry-level worker with basic kitchen experience or a willingness to learn food handling basics.
Key Requirements
- Ability to read and understand written material and follow simple oral instructions
- Ability to use hand tools for cleaning and operate simple machines
- Physical ability to lift/move objects up to 20 pounds (occasionally more with assistance) and stand/walk/stoop/reach/push/bend for long periods
- Must obtain a Food Handler's Certificate
- Relevant experience in food service, cleaning, or preparation (paid, unpaid, or volunteer)
- Ability to sort, wash, peel, and cut fresh fruits and vegetables per guidelines
- Knowledge of portioning foods for children according to program guidelines
Full Job Description
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Child Development Center o Nellis AFB, Nevada.
Regular Part Time employees are guaranteed 20 hours per week but may work up to 34 hours per week. This position does offer benefits.
Ability lift/move objects weighing up to 20 pounds, occasionally over with assistance. Ability to stand/walk/stoop/reach/push/bend for long periods of time.
Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate. Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.
An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/17/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience: Ability to read and understand written material and be able to follow simple oral instructions. Ability to use hand tools for cleaning and operating simple machines.
Major Duties:
Sets up glasses, silverware, dishes, trays, napkins, condiments, and cold menu items (e.g., salad, dessert, bread, and cold beverages) on a serving line. Removes dishes and trays from tables.
Operates, breaks down and cleans all electrical equipment for food preparation. Cleans kitchen equipment (e.g., worktables, sinks and refrigerators).
Separates food waste and trash from dishes, glasses, and silverware in dishwashing area. Loads and operates dishwashers, stores clean dishes, glasses, and silverware.
Washes tables and counters, vacuums, and shampoos carpets. Sweeps and mops kitchen floors, cleans windows, washes wall, and cleans and sanitizes trashcans.
Sorts, washes, peels, and cuts fresh fruits and vegetables in accordance with approved guidelines for established menu for children.
Ensures children receive foods in proper portions as outlined in the food program guidelines.
Assists cooks in food preparation by weighing, measuring, and assembling ingredients according to standard recipes.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12929733
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