WDVA Food Service Worker, On-Call, Washington Veterans Home
State of Washington
Posted: January 9, 2026 (6 days ago)
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U.S. Air Forces, Europe
Department of the Air Force
Location
Location not specified
Salary
$17.60 - $20.54
per hour
Type
Closes
This job is for a barista at a cafe on a U.S. Air Force base in Germany, where you'll prepare coffee and simple foods, serve customers, handle cash, and keep the area clean.
It's a hands-on role involving standing for long periods and following safety rules.
A good fit would be someone with restaurant or coffee shop experience who enjoys interacting with people and can handle busy, physical work.
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the E-Street Cafe under the Ramstein Club Complex in Ramstein, Germany.
This position does not offer logistical support. The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of manual tasks in food preparation and food service areas. 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, 01/21/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany.
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: Food service experience in a coffee shop or restaurant is required. Must be able to follow oral instructions, be able to use hand tools for cleaning, and operate simple machines.
Must be skilled in doing tasks with several steps and must use judgment in sequencing tasks.
Must have knowledge of sanitation standards in handling and serving food, and for cleaning equipment and work area.
Ability to resolve common arithmetical problems and make change when receiving payment from customers.
Must be able to continuously stand and walk and frequently stoop, reach, push, pull, or bend for long period of time.
Must be able to communicate with customers and possess skill in dealing with the public. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Major Duties:
Responsible for the selling and preparation of a range of espresso coffees and some other food products. Prepares coffee, tea and other beverages to standards.
Sets up working area, displays products and follow standards for merchandising, stocking, rotating, and storing products.
Breaks down and cleans areas when meals are completed and replenishes items as necessary. Sets up and operates Espresso machines and other equipment in the work area.
Performs preventive maintenance and cleaning of equipment used to ensure cleanliness, tidiness, and security. Collects and transfers trash from work area to disposal area.
Performs cash handling duties; the incumbent in this position must be able to follow cash handling procedures and cash register policies.
Counts monthly inventory and provides management with supply orders. Follows health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products in accordance with all regulatory requirements.
Assembles simple food items for such as salsa cups, yogurt parfaits, etc. Displays packaged muffins and pastries, etc. May unload stock from delivery trucks.
Assist with inventories, identifies items for reordering. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in this position, please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12863143
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