Food Service Worker (CDC)
United States Space Force
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FOOD SERVICE WORKER
United States Space Force
Department of the Air Force
Location
Colorado
Salary
$17 - $17
per hour
Type
Closes
February 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working in a dining facility at a Space Force base in Colorado, where you'll set up meals, clean dishes and kitchen areas, prepare simple food items like fruits and vegetables, and handle basic maintenance tasks.
It's an entry-level role with no prior experience needed, ideal for someone reliable who can handle physical work on their feet for long shifts, including evenings and weekends.
A good fit would be anyone seeking a straightforward service job in a military setting, perhaps with an interest in supporting base operations.
Key Requirements
- Ability to read and understand written material and follow simple oral instructions
- Physical ability to continuously stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull, and bend for long periods
- Capability to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds frequently
- Obtain a Food Handler's Certificate or complete food handler's training
- Availability for shift work including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special situations
- No prior experience required; volunteer or paid work in similar roles counts
Full Job Description
About the position: This position will be assigned to The Hub at Peterson Space Force Base located in Colorado Springs.
This position may require shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations Must be able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
Must be able to continuously stand, walk, and frequently stoop, reach, push pull, and bend for long periods of time. 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, 02/03/2026 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: No prior experience is required. Ability to read and understand written material and be able to follow simple oral instructions.
Must be able to continuously stand, walk, stoop, reach, push and bend for long periods of time. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training.
Major Duties:
Duties and Responsibilities: Sets up glasses, silverware, dishes, trays, napkins, condiments and cold menu items (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 walls and cleans and sanitizes trashcans. Sorts, washes, peel and cuts fresh fruits and vegetables. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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