The Server position provides the knowledge, skills, and adaptability, necessary to multitask effectively in diverse restaurant, catering, and cafe environments.
Flexible scheduling is available, with varying schedules based on the assigned department. 6-8 hour shifts in Mornings (starting at 6:00am) and/or Evenings, Monday - Friday. Occasional Weekends and holidays in support of special events. Looking for applicants with year-round availability.
Summary
The Server position provides the knowledge, skills, and adaptability, necessary to multitask effectively in diverse restaurant, catering, and cafe environments.
Flexible scheduling is available, with varying schedules based on the assigned department. 6-8 hour shifts in Mornings (starting at 6:00am) and/or Evenings, Monday - Friday. Occasional Weekends and holidays in support of special events. Looking for applicants with year-round availability.
- Deliver a refined guest experience by anticipating needs and providing personalized attention for both daily dining and Private Events.
- Act as a dedicated host for catering clients, ensuring event timelines are met and guest requests are handled with a "yes-first" attitude.
- Accurately record orders and process payments efficiently via the POS system.
- Confidently explain menu offerings, ingredients, and pairings to enhance the guest experience.
- Promptly deliver dishes to tables or catering stations with a focus on professional presentation and temperature.
- Proactively clear plates and glassware to keep The Alley and event spaces pristine; quickly sanitize and reset stations for incoming guests.
- Other duties may include:
Prepares coffee and tea beverages, sandwiches, fruit and vegetable salads, and box lunches.
Assists with preparation and execution of catering events, sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food.
- Position involves prolonged standing, walking, reaching, stooping, pushing, pulling and bending. Frequent light to moderate lifting of objects weighing up to 20 pounds occurs routinely, sometimes up to 50 pounds. Uses assistance from other coworkers for moving objects weighing more than 20 pounds.
Must obtain and maintain a security clearance – requires 18 years of age
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required
Probationary period: Flexible employees are employed based on the needs of the business
Must be able to understand and communicate in English
Must complete an Occupational Health screening for this position
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) for this position are as follows:
** A detailed narrative for each KSA, demonstrating your qualifications and experience using specific examples, must be included in your application.
1. Incumbent must possess a minimum of 6 months of customer service experience working in a food service role. Experience as a server preferred.
2. Experience functioning in a fast-paced restaurant, catering, or cafe environment, managing tasks efficiently under short time constraints and maintaining sanitation standards.
3. Experience using a POS (Point of Sale) system or Cash resister in a food service role. Experience as a server or barista preferred.
4. Experience explaining menu offerings, ingredients, and pairing for guest satisfaction and for allergen concerns.
Additional information
Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process. Please be advised that applications received after Noon on the closing date listed above will not be considered. Some positions have special requirements. In these cases, selection is tentative pending satisfactory completion of said requirements. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, complete a pre-hire health screening, etc. All selections are contingent on obtaining satisfactory employment reference checks.
We are an E-Verify participant. Please be informed that applicants will be required to submit a federal government background check. As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in direct deposit as specified in the negotiated agreement. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
This flexible position is not eligible for Benefits, but NABSD employee perks include:
Use of the Brigade Sports Complex
Shop at the Midshipmen Store
Shop at the Navy Exchange
Potential membership eligibility at the Naval Academy Club
Use of MWR facilities
Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union
Eligible for childcare with CDC & NAPS
Use of Employee Assistance Program
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All applications and supporting documents will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and KSA requirements listed in the announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
This flexible position is not eligible for Benefits, but NABSD employee perks include:
Use of the Brigade Sports Complex
Shop at the Midshipmen Store
Shop at the Navy Exchange
Potential membership eligibility at the Naval Academy Club
Use of MWR facilities
Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union
Eligible for childcare with CDC & NAPS
Use of Employee Assistance Program
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applications must be submitted no later than NOON on the closing date via the Naval Academy Business Services website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applications must be submitted no later than NOON on the closing date via the Naval Academy Business Services website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/
