FOOD SERVICE WORKER SUPERVISOR (BARISTA) Job in Yokota Air Base, Japan

Vacancy No. 25-9YFSBE833604 Department Pacific Air Forces
Salary $22.13 to $22.13 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/7/2025 Close Date 5/13/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Yokota Air Base, Japan


Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Enlisted Club on Yokota AB, Japan.

This is Regular Full-Time position, 40 hours per week.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

  • Collaborates with senior management to establish program goals, policies, and operating procedures.
  • Monitors program effectiveness and efficiency, adjusting as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Supervises assigned staff, including assigning and reviewing work, conducting performance evaluations, addressing performance issues, approving leave requests, and resolving employee concerns.
  • Communicates performance expectations, provides regular feedback, and coaches employees on strengths and weaknesses.
  • Fosters a positive work environment and effectively addresses employee suggestions, complaints, and grievances.
  • Manages resources, including equipment and supplies.
  • Operates a small coffee and snack bar, preparing and serving a variety of hot and cold beverages (e.g., coffee, espresso, tea, smoothies) and pre-packaged food items.
  • Operates a cash register, handles transactions, and maintains accurate cash records.
  • Sets up and maintains the service area, ensuring cleanliness and adequate supplies.
  • Cleans and sanitizes work areas, including equipment, floors, and surfaces.
  • Performs heavy cleaning tasks as needed (e.g., cleaning coffee machines, refrigerators, freezers).
  • Responsible for inventory management and re-ordering supplies.
  • Receives deliveries of food and supplies.
  • Manage trash removal and disposal.
  • Complies with Public Health instructions
  • Performs other related duties as assigned


If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12733750

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • The incumbent must be a U. S. Citizen or legal U. S. residents residing within the commuting area of Yokota AB.
  • This position requires the incumbent to work an uncommon tour of duty to provide coverage on evenings, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

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, 05/13/2025

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents within the commuting area of Yokota AB, Japan. Legal US residents must possess a social security number. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member Preference
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of management principles and techniques, including delegation and staff supervision.
  • Proven experience in program management and food service operations.
  • Ability to follow instructions, operate basic equipment, and utilize cleaning tools.
  • Ability to perform multi-step tasks, prioritize work, and exercise sound judgment.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling and equipment cleaning procedures.
  • Proficiency in cash handling procedures and financial accountability.
  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
  • Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods, and frequently stoop, reach, push, pull, and bend.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Food Handler's Certificate.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 background check.
  • Willingness to adhere to uniform requirements.
  • Must be able to work a non-traditional schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.




Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
  • All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
  • Probationary period may be required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • LQA is not authorized.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

Benefits

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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.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume


Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Diploma/ GED
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/13/2025 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

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After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

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Agency contact information

Yokota NAF HR Office
Address
Yokota Community Services Flight
374 FSS/FSCN
Unit 5119, Bldg 316
APO AP, AP 96328-5119
US

Next steps

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