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Posted: January 14, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Food Service Worker NA-02

U.S. Military Academy

Department of the Army

Fresh

Salary

$18.40 - $21.45

per hour

Closes

April 14, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves working in a cafeteria at the U.S. Military Academy, where you'll set up food lines, serve meals, prepare simple items like salads and sandwiches, and clean up afterward.

It's a hands-on role in a busy dining environment that requires staying focused amid distractions.

A good fit would be someone reliable with basic kitchen skills, attention to cleanliness, and the ability to follow straightforward instructions.

Key Requirements

  • Ability to understand and follow simple instructions
  • Skill in using hand tools for cleaning and operating simple machines
  • Working knowledge of sanitation standards and procedures to prevent contamination
  • Knowledge of basic food handling techniques and personal hygiene standards
  • Ability to read and understand written material
  • Knowledge of basic arithmetic for portioning and counting
  • Ability to concentrate on tasks despite interruptions and distractions

Full Job Description

This position is located at Grant Hall. This position is Weather Essential. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following: Ability to understand and follow simple instructions and be able to use hand tools for cleaning and operating simple machines.

Skill and Knowledge: Must have skill and knowledge to perform tasks involving several procedures and be able to concentrate on work assignments despite interruptions and distractions.

A working knowledge of sanitation standards is required as well as knowledge of procedures to prevent contamination.

Must know basic food handling techniques, personal hygiene standards and safe work procedures. Must have the ability to read and understand written material.

Must have knowledge of basic arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals, such as counting the number of tables in order to determine the number of portions or meals required, or, how many servings a particular container will yield.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies: knowledge, skills, abilities, additional screening criteria and other characteristics. Major Duties:

  • Sets up cafeteria lines, steam-tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food items including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages; replenishes as necessary.
  • Break down and clean tables and area when meal is finished and returns dishes and food to the kitchen area.
  • Assembles or toss fresh fruit and green salads in quantity using prepared dressings and portions into standard serving sizes. Makes cold sandwiches using prepared ingredients.
  • Operates, breaks down and cleans all equipment assigned to the area for food preparation. Clean kitchen equipment such as worktables, sinks and refrigerators.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/14/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/15/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: O3NAFBR-26-12864137