About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Rocker Enlisted Club on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan.
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Rocker Enlisted Club on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
The function of the organization where this position is located is in official functional statements. The purpose of this position is to perform work involved in preparing dining room or party room, serving food, wines, and other alcoholic beverages, and subsequent cleaning functions. Discusses menu with supervisor and familiarizes self with menu prior to opening. Secures clean linen and silverware, depending on the menu and food to be served. Sets assigned tables, spreading clean linen and placing glasses, condiment holders, flowers, candles or lamps, and silverware on table. Prepares side tables with silverware, bowls of ice and other extras that may be required during the meal. Receives guests and takes orders. Writes guests' orders, answers questions regarding food and beverages or makes suggestions about dishes and beverages. Works according to rigid time schedule, secures food from kitchen, and places dishes by course in front of each person. Continues to provide service as needed and requested by guests. Following completion of meal, gives check to guest, who may pay cashier or the waiter or elect to sign the dining room guest check when authorized. Removes soiled dishes, glasses and silverware, or requests food service worker to do so. May perform cleaning duties as time permits, such as sweeping, mopping, and so forth, in assigned area, or cleaning entryways. May perform dishwashing or other functions in an emergency. Performs other related duties as required.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12832877
Who May Apply: Open to those with SOFA Sponsorship only. 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, 11/26/2025
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Okinawa, Japan. Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.
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The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/26/2025 to receive consideration.
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