Food Service Team — Multiple Openings | Fort Bragg, NC (Pending Contract Award)
Pay range:
$12.84 – $21.00 per hour + $5.55/hour Health & Welfare benefit
Please read first: Vetted, LLC is submitting a bid for a U.S. Government food-service contract at Fort Bragg, NC. We are building a list of qualified candidates now, before award. These positions are contingent on Vetted being awarded the contract. If we win, candidates on our list will be contacted first to be hired. Applying does not guarantee employment, and there is no firm start date until the contract is awarded.
About the opportunity
Vetted, LLC provides food-service support on military installations. We are seeking dependable cooks and food-service staff to help operate the 3rd SFG(A) Tribe Café dining facility on Fort Bragg. This is weekday, daytime work — no nights and no weekends.
Positions
Food Service Worker
Pay: $12.84/hr + $5.55/hr H&W | Openings: 2/day | SCA class: 07130 | Contingent on contract award
Summary
Supports meal prep and service and keeps the food-service area clean and sanitary.
Key duties
- Prepare and portion food; set up serving lines and serve patrons.
- Wash dishes, clean surfaces and equipment, and store food properly.
- Follow all food-safety and hygiene protocols.
- Restock tableware, beverages, and condiments during meals.
What we need from you
- Food-service or kitchen experience a plus; willingness to learn.
- Food handler / ServSafe certification, or willingness to obtain it.
- Dependable, punctual, and comfortable with early-morning shifts.
Cook I
Pay: $16.44/hr + $5.55/hr H&W | Openings: 2/day | SCA class: 07041 | Contingent on contract award
Summary
Prepares and serves high-quality meals and assists the Shift Leader in daily shift operations.
Key duties
- Lead-cook or kitchen-supervisor experience in a high-volume kitchen.
- ServSafe certification, or willingness to obtain it.
- Military DFAC or contract food-service experience preferred.
What we need from you
- Prepare main-line, short-order, breakfast, salad-bar, and baked items using standardized recipes.
- Set up and maintain serving lines; ensure safe temperatures and portion control.
- Support progressive/batch cooking to match diner flow.
- Maintain sanitized surfaces and handle leftovers safely.
Cook II — Shift Leader
Pay: $18.63/hr + $5.55/hr H&W | Openings: 3/day | SCA class: 07042 | Contingent on contract award
Summary
Leads a shift — supervising and coordinating the crew to prepare and serve quality meals with excellent customer service.
Key duties
- Direct food prep and serving-line operations; set up and break down the lines.
- Supervise and train cooks and food-service workers on shift.
- Maintain safe food temperatures, sanitized surfaces, and proper storage.
- Keep the line stocked throughout the meal period.
What we need from you
- Cooking experience in a high-volume, institutional, or restaurant kitchen.
- ServSafe/food handler certification, or willingness to obtain it.
- Military or contract food-service experience a plus.
Assistant Manager
Pay: $21.00/hr + $5.55/hr H&W | Openings: 1/day | Contingent on contract award
Summary
Leads Vetted's on-site crew at the Tribe Café dining facility, making sure the team meets all quality and food-safety standards and works smoothly alongside government staff. On-site during all facility hours.
Key duties
- Supervise and coordinate the daily crew; assign work and keep accurate time records.
- Serve as day-to-day point of contact with the government representative.
- Enforce quality control, sanitation, and food-safety standards and correct issues quickly.
- Manage coverage, call-outs, and staffing.
What we need from you
- Supervisory experience in a high-volume or military/institutional food-service operation.
- ServSafe Manager certification, or willingness to obtain it.
- Strong organization and communication skills; DFAC/contract experience a plus.
All positions include a Service Contract Act (SCA) Health & Welfare benefit of $5.55/hour that can go toward health insurance and paid leave. Uniforms are provided.
Schedule and location
- Location: 3rd SFG(A) Tribe Café Dining Facility, Fort Bragg, NC.
- Monday–Friday, 0530–1430 (breakfast and lunch service). Closed on Federal and installation holidays.
- Roughly 232 workdays per year — steady, predictable daytime hours.
What you'll do
- Prepare and serve high-quality meals during breakfast and lunch.
- Keep the kitchen and serving areas clean, sanitary, and safe.
- Follow food-safety standards and standardized recipes.
- Cooks and Assistant Managers also help lead, train, and coordinate the crew.
What we're looking for
- Food-service, cafeteria, kitchen, or military dining experience (more experience required for Cook and Assistant Manager roles).
- Hold a ServSafe certification — OR be ready and willing to obtain one. (Required for all positions.)
- Able to pass a background check for Fort Bragg installation access.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (we participate in E-Verify).
- Reliable transportation and available for early-morning weekday shifts.
How to get on our candidate list
Apply through Indeed and include your resume. Make sure your current phone number and email address are on your application so we can reach you the moment the contract is awarded. Let us know which position(s) you're interested in.
Contingency statement
This position is contingent upon contract award to Vetted, LLC. Applications are being accepted to establish a candidate pipeline; any offer of employment is conditional upon award, successful background screening, and installation access.
Equal Opportunity statement
Vetted, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Vetted is a federal contractor committed to affirmative action for protected veterans (VEVRAA) and individuals with disabilities (Section 503).
E-Verify
Vetted, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with each new employee's Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization.
Reasonable accommodation
Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview may contact Vetted at (727)742-5145
Pay: $17.55 - $25.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
