Food Service Worker (Expediter) NA-02 Job in Fort Liberty, NC

Vacancy No. O2NAFDN-25-12670690 Department Department of Defense Education Activity
Salary $17.77 to $20.73 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 1/16/2025 Close Date 12/29/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Liberty, NC


Summary

This position is located within the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) School Lunch Program Division, Fort Liberty, NC.

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Army NAF pay setting rules apply to this vacancy.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

  • The food service worker serves as a food service provider helping in the preparation, presentation and the serving or delivery of light food items offered for sale to patrons.
  • He/she may perform any or all of the following tasks associated with food service work.
  • Works behind the counter and sets up and/or replenishes food and hot/cold drink and specialty items, and the associated condiments, for a food service/snack bar operation.
  • Prepares food displays in counter cases and other display units.
  • Greets customers as they arrive at the service counter and takes orders.
  • Weighs, or apportions the selected foods on plates, trays and/or bags.
  • Receives guest orders, answers customer questions about offered food and drink items, records sales, receives cash/credit payment, and provides the correct change.
  • Advises guest when order is ready and delivers the requested order.
  • Assist guests through the service line. Secures funds, equipment, and food and beverage inventories as required.
  • Serves light food items requiring little or no preparation time to patrons from a service cart at a beach side resort property location.
  • Replenishes cart as needed with supplies.
  • Greets patrons in a friendly and professional demeanor.
  • Takes orders. Receives money and gives changes. Sets up carts and supplies at the start and end of day.
  • Follows proper sanitation procedures. Ensures cleanliness of work area. Is responsible for the security of funds, equipment, and food and beverage inventories.
  • Performs expeditor duties by delivering food to customers or bringing out food to a service buffet area.
  • Performs, a variety of duties incident to the maintenance, cleanliness, and sanitation of the area to which assigned.
  • Inspects and cleans counters and trays, outside tables for diners, washes utensils, and maintains cleanliness of the work and display areas.
  • Sends/receives pans and utensils to/from the kitchen for the required cleaning and sanitation. Orders and/or aids in loading and unloading, stocking, or transporting items and supplies as necessary.
  • Collects service trays after meals.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Experience or training that indicates sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position consistent with acceptable practices of the trade including but not limited to:

1. Ability to work without more than normal supervision.
2. Ability to keep things neat, clean, and in order.
3. Possess basic food preparation and handling techniques.
4. Ability to interpret verbal and written instructions.
5. Knowledge of basic sanitation principles.
6. Ability to use and maintain kitchen tools and equipment.
7. Must have knowledge of basic arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals in order to takes orders and provide change; and determine the number of portions required.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is Local. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 03:00 PM EST by 12/29/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job-related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
FWS Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
  • All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.
Cut-Off:
  • The first cut-off for this vacancy is 23-JAN-2025. Additional referrals will be sent to management upon request. When all positions are filled, this vacancy will close.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume



The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Sponsor's PCS Orders to Fort Liberty
  • Marriage Certificate (required if your name does not appear on the PCS Orders)
  • Other (4)
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12670690. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 12/29/2025 to receive consideration.

  • 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. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12670690.
  • Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

NAF Job Info Center Fort Liberty
Address
DODEA Mid Atlantic
Do Not Use
Fort Liberty, NC 28307
US
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Next steps

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