Food Service Worker (Ozark Tavern) NA-01

Summary

This position is located at Ozark Tavern on Fort Leonard Wood, MO. Incentives will not be paid. This announcement is open and continuous; closing 11/04/2026 or until the position is filled. Weekly reviews and lists will be sent to management starting 13 August 2026; additional lists may be sent at management request.

Duties

• Performs a variety of tasks having several steps or a sequence of tasks that requires attention to work operations in a kitchen or dining area following established procedures.
• Serves food by order and proper proportion.
• Breaks down and cleans tables and area when meal is finished and returns dishes and food to the kitchen area.
• Brews coffee according to the number of servings required.
• Cleans kitchen equipment such as worktables, sinks and refrigerators.
• Washes tables and counters.
• Operates, breaks down, and cleans all equipment assigned to the area for food preparation.
• Sweeps and mops kitchen floors.
• May unload and store food from delivery trucks.
• Scrapes, soaks, scours, and scrubs heavy cooking utensils such as mixing bowls or pots.
• Separates food waste and trash from dishes, glasses, and silverware.
• Loads dishwashers.
• Stores cleaned dishes, glasses and silverware.
• Sets up cafeteria lines, steam-tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food items including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages; replenishes as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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.
• Satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, Chapter 2, to include a medical examination and Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally controlled facilities.
• Incumbent must be willing and able to work varying shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Incumbent must be willing and able to complete a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually.

Physical Effort & Working Conditions

Physical Effort: Frequently lifts/moves items weighing up to 20 pounds. Continuous standing and walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. May work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment.

Working Conditions: Exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, hot working surfaces, and extreme temperature changes. Work is usually performed indoors with adequate light and ventilation. There is a danger of falling or slipping.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less) and should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following:

• Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.
• Ability to use hand tools for cleaning and operating simple machines.

Your resume should be clear and specific. You will be rated based solely off of the information provided within your resume. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and the duties performed.

Highly Preferred Qualifications

Experience in food service, preferably in restaurants and catering and banquets. To meet Highly Preferred eligibility, you must meet all Minimum and Highly Preferred Qualifications, and this information must be clearly detailed on your resume. Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.

Additional Information

Area of Consideration: This job is open to candidates who are WORLDWIDE. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Application Option: If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 11:59AM CST on 11/04/2026 to ensure timely processing. Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference: Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared. Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf.

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.

Benefits

• Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission.
• We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more.
• Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement.
• As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays.
• NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan.
• Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

Required Documents

Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes must adhere to the two-page limit and must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications, and other position requirements listed in this job opportunity announcement. For additional information on the two-page resume limit, refer to: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/. Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit). Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.

Expedite Your Hiring: To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your resume.

Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement: Resume

Other Accepted Documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include: Cover Letter, DD-214/Statement of Service, DA Form 3434 Notification of Personnel Action, Proof of Marriage (if name is not on orders), PCS Orders, Resume, 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 Announcement number O3NAFKA-26-13030075. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 11/04/2026 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. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application. Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. 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. You will be taken to the online application.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions on how to request a paper application.