Food Service Worker (Barista)

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Air Power Cafe on Kadena, Okinawa, Japan. Who May Apply: Open to those with SOFA sponsorship only.

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, 03/13/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Okinawa, Japan.

Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran 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 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.

Ability to frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds, and occasionally over 20 pounds with assistance.

Ability to continuously stand, walk, stoop, reach, push and bend for long periods of time. Major Duties:

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of manual duties in a coffee shop environment, including preparing and serving beverages, operating specialized equipment, and maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.

Sets up the coffee station for service, ensuring an adequate supply of cups, lids, sleeves, napkins, condiments, and pastry items.

Operates, breaks down, and cleans specialized coffee-making equipment, including espresso machines, coffee grinders, and blenders.

Cleans service and customer areas, such as worktables, counters, and seating areas. Separates food waste and trash. Loads and operates dishwashers, and stores clean dishes, glasses, and utensils.

Washes tables and counters, sweeps and mops floors, and cleans and sanitizes trashcans.

Prepares ingredients for beverage production, such as brewing coffee and tea, and portioning items for blended drinks. Greets customers, takes food and beverage orders, and receives payment.

Prepares a full range of hot and cold beverages, such as lattes, cappuccinos, and smoothies, according to standard recipes. Performs other related duties as assigned.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12895450