Summary
The Barista (FSW - Food Service Worker) position is located in the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD) 1845 Coffee locations, and other satellite locations, Annapolis, Maryland. The Barista position provides the knowledge, skills, and adaptability necessary to multitask in diverse restaurant, catering, quick service, and café environments.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
US Citizenship is required in order to obtain the necessary Tier 3 Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance.
Duties
- Welcomes every guest, offer menu recommendations, and ensure every customer leaves satisfied with their experience. Maintain speed and accuracy during peak hours to ensure minimal wait times.
- Provide friendly, fast service while accurately entering orders and processing payments via the POS system.
- Prepare espresso drinks, teas, and specialty beverages following house recipes and quality standards.
- Handle, warm up, and serve pastries and light food items according to food safety protocols.
- Keep the service areas, and guest seating clean, organized, and sanitized throughout the shift.
- Clean and maintain espresso machines, grinders, and brewers to ensure longevity and flavor quality.
- Monitor inventory levels and restock milk, beans, and paper goods as needed
- Other duties may include: Prepares sandwiches, fruit and vegetable salads, and box lunches; Assists with preparation and execution of catering events.
- Position involves prolonged standing, walking, reaching, stooping, pushing, pulling and bending. Frequent light to moderate lifting of objects weighing up to 20 pounds occurs routinely, sometimes up to 50 pounds. Uses assistance from other coworkers for moving objects weighing more than 20 pounds.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance – requires 18 years of age
- Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required - We are an E-Verify participant
- Probationary period: Flexible employees are employed based on the needs of the business.
- Must be able to understand and communicate in English
- Must complete an Occupational Health screening for this position
- Participation in Direct Deposit
- Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
Qualifications
In order to meet the basic requirement of the Barista (FSW), NA-7408-02, you must meet the following requirement:
Experience that has equipped you with the ability to perform the duties of a food service worker and/or barista which may include, but are not limited to recording guest orders, explaining menu offerings, basic food and beverage prep, operating Point of Sale (POS) system, etc.
YOU WILL BE RATED ON THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) FOR THIS POSITION:
1. Customer service experience. Experience as a barista is preferred.
2. Experience multi-tasking in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.
3. Experience maintaining sanitation standards.
4. Experience using a POS (Point of Sale) system or Cash Register. POS/Cash Register experience as a barista or server is preferred.
5. Experience using and cleaning equipment such as espresso machines, grinders, brewers.
Additional information
Note: Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by- case basis.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
This flexible position is not eligible for Benefits, but NABSD employee perks include:
- Use of the Brigade Sports Complex
- Shop at the Midshipmen Store
- Shop at the Navy Exchange
- Potential membership eligibility at the Naval Academy Club
- Use of MWR facilities
- Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union
- Eligible for childcare with CDC & NAPS
- Use of Employee Assistance Program
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All applications and supporting documents will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and KSA requirements listed in the announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.
Required Documents
The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a claimed preference.
- Resume (Not to exceed 2 pages)
- Cover Letter
- Transcript and/or Diploma ~ If using education screen-in for KSA #1
- If Claiming NAF RPL (Non-Appropriated Fund Reemployment Priority): Most recent separation BBA SF50 (or equivalent)
- If Claiming Spousal Preference ~ Proof of Marriage and PCS Orders
- If Claiming Veterans Priority Consideration ~ DD-214 page 4
- Current or Former Federal Employee ~ SF50 or equivalent
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted no later than NOON on the closing date via the Naval Academy Business Services website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/
Resumes must not exceed 2 pages.
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