Job Description
Food Service Worker NA-01 is listed by Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR). This Food Service Worker position is part of the Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR) team at Fort Riley, Kansas.
You will perform routine manual tasks in a kitchen or dining area, including setting up serving lines, preparing fruits and vegetables, operating dishwashers, and cleaning tables, counters, and floors. The role supports Soldier and unit readiness by providing quality food services.
It is an intermittent (flex) position, meaning hours vary from 0 to 39 per week, and is ideal for those seeking flexible, part-time work in a military community environment.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $17.19 - $20.05 per hour.
Qualification
To qualify for this NA-1 grade position, you must be able to understand and follow oral instructions and perform simple tasks. Resumes must be two pages or less and clearly show relevant experience. No education requirement.
- Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
- Ability to perform simple, easy-to-learn tasks.
- Resume must be two pages or less.
- Resume must clearly demonstrate relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
- Include full contact information for professional and personal references on resume.
- U.S. Citizenship or non-U.S. nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three or more continuous years immediately preceding start of Federal affiliation.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Set up glasses, silverware, dishes, trays, napkins, condiments, and cold menu items on serving line or tables.
- Remove dishes and trays from tables after meals.
- Wash tables and counters.
- Sort, wash, peel, and cut fresh fruit and vegetables.
- Operate, break down, and clean food preparation equipment.
- Load and operate dishwashers.
- Store cleaned dishes, glasses, and silverware.
- Vacuum and shampoo carpets; sweep and mop kitchen floors.
- Clean windows and wash walls.
- Clean and sanitize trashcans; dispose of trash.
Conditions & Requirements
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements.
- Satisfactorily complete employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- Subject to Tier 1 background investigation per AR 215-3.
- Willing to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 20 pounds.
Benefits
- Access to on-base facilities including fitness centers and libraries.
- Regular full-time and part-time employees eligible for health and life insurance, 401k, retirement plans, paid time off, and federal holidays.
- Flexible employees may participate in NAF 401(k) plan.
- Some flexible employees may be eligible for health insurance.
- Overtime pay for more than 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week (FWS pay system).
- Sunday premium pay for regular employees working Sundays.
- Extra pay if majority of scheduled hours fall after 3:00 PM.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Application reviewed for basic qualifications via questionnaire.
- HR representatives review experience, skills, and how well you match job requirements.
- Responses to application questionnaire are considered.
- If tentatively qualified, closer review ensures questionnaire responses match resume and documentation.
- Eligibility preferences (SEP, ISMP, BBA, etc.) may improve referral chances.
Required Documents
- Resume (two pages or less, PDF recommended).
- Cover Letter (optional).
- DD-214 / Statement of Service (if claiming veteran preference).
- Marriage License (to support Spouse Employment Preference).
- DA 3434 (if applicable).
- PCS Orders (if applicable).
- SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable).
How to Apply
- Submit your application package by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on August 31, 2026. The preferred method is online through the official application portal. Search for announcement number O2NAFEM-26-13021014. You will need a the official application portal account (create one if you don't have it). Log in, complete the online application questionnaire, and upload your resume and any required supporting documents. Ensure you…
Additional Information
- This is an open continuous announcement; applications are forwarded to management weekly or as needed.
- Area of consideration: Worldwide. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included.
- PCS (Permanent Change of Station) costs are not authorized.
- Incentives and bonuses will not be paid.
- This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system.
- Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or Enhanced Driver's License.
- Your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred for multiple opportunities.
- Refusal of a military spouse to participate in recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time or Regular Part-Time position may terminate Spouse Employment Preference entitlement.
- Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government and upholding the Constitution.
- For questions, contact NAF HR Office Fort Riley at [email protected].
About Company
Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR) is a Department of the Army organization that provides quality-of-life programs and services to Soldiers, civilians, and their families. FMWR operates dining facilities, recreation centers, fitness centers, and other community support activities on Army installations.
Working for FMWR means supporting the military community in a meaningful way, with opportunities for professional development and access to on-base amenities. Family and Morale, Welfare & Recreation (FMWR) is named as the hiring organisation for the Food Service Worker NA-01 post.
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