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Posted: February 9, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Waiter

U.S. Air Force Academy

Department of the Air Force

Fresh

Salary

$19.09 - $19.09

per hour

Closes

February 18, 2026More Air Force jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a waiter at the dining room in the U.S. Air Force Academy's Falcon Club, where you'll set tables, take orders, serve food and drinks to guests, handle payments, and keep things clean.

It's a hands-on role in a busy restaurant setting on a military base in Colorado.

A good fit would be someone with customer service experience who stays calm under pressure, works well on their feet, and enjoys interacting with people.

Key Requirements

  • Experience or training in proper food handling and serving techniques
  • Knowledge of menu items and wine pairings to explain to customers
  • Ability to follow cash handling procedures and perform basic math for checks
  • Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, and walk for long periods
  • Strong communication skills and ability to deal effectively with the public
  • Follow rigid time schedules and provide ongoing service during meals

Full Job Description

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Falcon Club Dining Room at The Air Force Academy, Colorado.

This position does not include benefits Danger of minor burns from warming ovens, hot liquids, glassware, and food containers. Danger of slipping on wet floors. 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, 02/18/2026 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: Must have experience or training in proper food handling and serving techniques.

Knowledge of food menu items and wine selection for various foods sufficient to explain to customer.

Must be able to follow cash handling procedures, make simple mathematical computations, and prepare checks for patrons. Must be physically able to stand, stoop, bend, and walk for long periods 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:

Discusses menu with supervisor and familiarizes self with menu prior to opening. Secures clean linen and silverware, depending on the menu and food to be served.

Sets assigned tables, spreading clean linen and placing glasses, condiment holders, flowers, candles or lamps, and silverware on table.

Prepares side tables with silverware, bowls of ice and other extras that may be required during the meal. Receives guests and takes orders.

Writes guests' orders, answers questions regarding food and beverages or makes suggestions about dishes and beverages.

Works according to rigid time schedule, secures food from kitchen, and places dishes by course in front of each person. Continues to provide service as needed and requested by guests.

Following completion of meal, gives check to guest, who may pay cashier or the waiter or elect to sign the dinning room guest check when authorized.

Removes soiled dishes, glasses and silverware, or requests food service worker to do so.

May perform cleaning duties as time permits, such as sweeping, mopping, and so forth, in assigned area, or cleaning entryways. May perform dishwashing or other functions in an emergency.

Performs other related duties as required. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12882607

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/9/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/10/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-6WFSWC0156618