About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Child Development Center, JB Charleston Air Base in Charleston SC.
The work schedule will be determined by the needs of the activity.
Physical Effort: Light to moderate physical effort in lifting up to 45 pounds or pushing carts. Constantly standing, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
1.Food Preparation and Service
Washes, peels, scrapes, dices, slices, and shreds fresh fruits and vegetables for cooking and serving. Prepares salads, sandwiches, beverages, and other simple food items using standardized recipes and prepared ingredients. Portions food into standardized serving sizes to ensure consistency and nutritional compliance. Sets up cafeteria serving lines, steam tables, dining areas, and beverage stations with food, condiments, utensils, and supplies. Serves meals cafeteria-style while maintaining proper portion control and customer service. Prepares, loads, and delivers meal and snack carts to assigned classrooms or remote serving locations. Retrieves serving carts following meal service, cleans and sanitizes all equipment, and prepares carts for the next scheduled meal. Assists in ensuring meals and snacks are prepared and served according to established schedules and USDA meal requirements.
2.Sanitation and Facility Maintenance
Cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment, serving areas, dining areas, food preparation surfaces, and utensils following established sanitation procedures. Operates mechanical dishwashers and performs routine preventive maintenance. Washes dishes, pots, pans, flatware, serving utensils, and kitchen equipment by machine or by hand as required. Sweeps, mops, waxes, and sanitizes floors. Performs heavy-duty cleaning of walls, ceilings, exhaust hoods, walk-in refrigerators, freezers, storage areas, and equipment. Launders kitchen towels, aprons, and linens. Collects food waste and trash, sanitizes waste containers, and transports refuse to designated disposal locations. Uses approved cleaning chemicals safely and follows established sanitation and food safety standards.
3.Logistics and Manual Labor
Assists with unloading deliveries of food, supplies, and equipment. Stores food and supplies using proper food rotation and storage procedures. Moves heavy garbage containers, food carts, and supply items throughout the facility. Assists with inventory organization and maintaining clean storage areas.
4.General Duties
Performs related food service duties as assigned. Maintains professional interactions with coworkers, supervisors, parents, and customers. Supports safe food handling practices and contributes to a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen operation. Position is designated as a Position of Trust.
III.CONTROLS OVER WORK
Works independently after receiving initial oral or written instructions. Prioritizes and completes daily assignments according to established schedules, sanitation standards, and operating procedures. Supervisor provides guidance for new or unusual assignments and periodically reviews work for quality, timeliness, and compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
IV.OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS (Conditions of Employment)
1.Skill and Knowledge:
The employee must: Follow oral and written instructions. Perform multi-step food preparation and cleaning tasks using sound judgment and proper sequencing. Operate kitchen equipment including mechanical dishwashers, beverage dispensers, and other food service equipment safely. Maintain concentration while accurately portioning and serving food in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrate knowledge of food safety, sanitation, personal hygiene, and infection prevention practices. Work effectively as part of a team while providing courteous customer service. Resolve routine work issues with minimal supervision. Demonstrate dependability, organization, and efficiency in completing assigned duties.
2.Physical Effort:
The position requires: Frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 45 pounds. Pushing and pulling heavily loaded serving carts. Continuous standing and walking throughout the workday. Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and work around hot surfaces, sharp utensils, and commercial kitchen equipment.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13019691
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
- Must be able to obtain a Food Handler’s Certificate and/or complete food handler's training.
- Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required.
- Immunizations are to protect both children and staff from preventable diseases and to maintain a healthy environment.
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, 08/06/2026
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and 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 the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Qualifying Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Must be able to follow simple oral instructions, be able to use hand tools for cleaning, and operate simple machines. Must be skilled in doing tasks with several steps and must use judgement in sequencing tasks. Must have knowledge of sanitation standards in handling and serving food, and for cleaning equipment and work area. Must be physically able to frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Must be able to continuously stand and walk, and frequently stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods of time. Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or Equivalent) and must speak, read and write English.
Conditions of Employment: Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training. Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required. Immunizations are to protect both children and staff from preventable diseases and to maintain a healthy environment. The required immunizations are as follows: Annual Flu, DT, HEB A, HEB B, Varicella, and MMR. Continuous up to date immunizations is required.
EVALUATING FACTORS:
Skill and Knowledge: Must be skilled in doing tasks with several steps and must use judgement in sequencing tasks. Knowledge of sanitation standards for handling and serving food, and cleaning equipment and work area.
Responsibility: Incumbent is responsible for independently completing work as scheduled after initial oral or written instructions when changes or new assignments are made. Supervisor periodically checks to see that work is done on time and according to instructions.
Physical Effort: Frequently lifts or moves objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Continuous standing, walking, frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and bending. May be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment.
Working Conditions: Uncomfortably high temperature and humidity are created by steam and heat from cooking and dishwashing. Area is usually noisy and there is a danger of slipping on wet floors where food or beverage has been dropped. Exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, hot working surfaces and extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigeration or freezer units.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
- Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Direct deposit is required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- A probationary period may be required.
- Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
- 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.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
- Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.
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 has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's 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 may 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 employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
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
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DD-214/ Statement of Service
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Diploma/ GED
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Disability Letter (VA)
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License
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Other (1)
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Other (2)
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PCS Orders
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Professional Certification
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Proof of Marriage Status
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Resume
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Separation Notice (RIF)
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SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
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Transcript
As described above, your
complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. 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 un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and 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 08/06/2026 to receive consideration.
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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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JB Charleston NAF HR Office
Address
JB Charleston Child Development Center
628 FSS/FSCN
101 E. Hill Blvd
JB Charleston, SC 29404-5000
US
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.
Accepting applications
Posted this week · Apply by 08/06/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 6, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$18.23 - $18.23 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NA 2
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Intermittent
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
- 7408 Food Service Working
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
26-4U FSYC FSW 0897367
