Bartender (Event Staff) Job in Annapolis, MD

Vacancy No. 26-003 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $20.34 to $20.34 Grade 5 to 5
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 12/29/2025 Close Date 1/12/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Annapolis, MD


Summary

The Event Staff Bartender is responsible for providing food and beverage service to event patrons at the Naval Academy Club, the Club at Greenbury Point, and various other locations as part of the Retail Dining and Hospitality Team.

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

- Answers patron questions regarding food and service.
- Responds to guests with sensitivity with regard to their needs and requests.
- Assures that all food and beverages are served in a timely manner.
- Mixes and serves a wide variety of beverages by combining ingredients such as liquors, soda, water, sugar, bitters, and fruit garnishes, in order to provide specially requested beverages. Serves liquor, beer, and wine.
- Executes proper and timely set up and completes clean-up of all banquets.
- Reports maintenance problems or other problems to the supervisor.
- Provides other duties as assigned.
- Prolonged standing, walking, reaching. Frequent light to moderate lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds is required. Occasionally will lift kegs weighing over 100 pounds onto dolly to transport to specified locations.
- Must meet minimum age requirements.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Must obtain and maintain a secret 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
  • Probationary period: Full Time and Part Time employees serve a one-year 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

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) requirements for this position are as follows:
** Your application must include narratives for each KSA, using specific examples to demonstrate your qualifications and experience.

1. Incumbent must have a minimum of two-year's experience as a server and/or bartender in a food or beverage establishment. Restaurant or Catering Bartending experience preferred.
2. Incumbent must be skilled in mixing basic drinks, such as a Blood Mary, Margarita, etc.
3. Incumbent must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
4. Incumbent must have strong communication skills to promote a team mentality, and the ability to operate in a professional, sanitary, service-oriented, friendly manner.
5. Experience working in a fast-paced environment, under short time constraints, and within established deadlines.

Additional information

Note: Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process. Please be advised that applications received after Noon on the closing date listed above will not be considered. Some positions have special requirements. In these cases, selection is tentative pending satisfactory completion of said requirements. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. All selections are contingent on obtaining satisfactory employment reference checks.

We are an E-Verify participant. Please be informed that applicants will be required to submit a federal government background check. As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in direct deposit as specified in the negotiated agreement. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct. 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 are 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 Veterans Preference ~ DD-214 page 4
  • If Claiming Spousal Preference ~ Proof of Marriage and PCS Orders
  • If Claiming ICTAP Eligibility ~ Reduction in Force (RIF) notice and SF50 or equivalent)
  • 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.

Online Application:https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/application-for-federal-employment-of-612/

Agency contact information

US Naval Academy NAF HRO
Email
nabsdjobs@usna.edu
Address
US Naval Academy NAF HRO
181 Wainwright Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
US

Next steps

All applicants must submit an application via the https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/ website, and will receive an email confirming submission.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.