Department of the Air Force

FOOD SERVICE WORKER BARISTA

Laughlin AFB, Texas Full time

FOOD SERVICE WORKER BARISTA

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Laughlin AFB, Texas

Salary Range: $18.04 - $18.04 Per Hour

Job Summary: About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the 47th Force Support Squadron Grounds Cafe, located at Laughlin AFB, Del Rio, Texas. This position is Flexible, guaranteed a minimum of 0 hours but can work up to a maximum of 40 hours per week. May include nights, weekends and holidays. As a flexible employee, you are not eligible for leave or benefits.

Major Duties:

  • Prepares and serves hot beverages (i.e. brewed coffees, lattes, espresso, tea, cappuccinos, hot chocolate, etc.) Sells and serves a variety of cold beverages, prepackaged snack and food items, such as soda, juice, cookies, muffins, pastries, etc. Receives food and beverage orders, operates a cash register. Opens and closes facility following set procedures. Prepares documentation for cash funds accountability and related cash records. Prepares tables and side service stands with hot and cold food items and restocks napkins, straws, cup lids, condiments, utensils. Cleans area to include operating a dishwasher or manually washing bowls, pots and pans, glassware and beverage makers .Also performs heavy duty cleaning tasks such as coffee machines, ceilings, exhaust hoods, under and behind refrigerators, under and behind kitchen equipment or table areas, washes floors and walls, walk-in refrigerators and freezers, sanitizes garbage cans. Unload and inspect food items from delivery trucks. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12906977

Qualifications: 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, 03/19/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant 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: Must have experience in and knowledge of methods and procedures relating to specialty coffee preparation or similar activity. Barista must have knowledge of variety of drink recipes and knowledge of coffee beans and teas typically served at a specialty coffee operation. Must be able to know how to safely use the equipment such as an espresso machine. Must be able to memorize specialty coffee drink recipes. Must have the ability to hear and follow oral and or written instructions, work safely, and do simple arithmetic. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

How to Apply: 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 03/19/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, 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 be included with your application package. 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 which you must complete in order to apply for the position. 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 and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy. It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Application Deadline: 2026-03-19