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Waiter

Department of the Air Force
Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Club located at Westover Air Reserve Base, MA.

This position involves preparing dinning room or party room, serving food, wines, and other alcoholic beverages, and cleaning functions.

The position is a flexible position - you are not guaranteed hours or benefits but could work anywhere from 0 and 40 hrs per week. Requires working irregular hours, weekends, holidays, and all shifts.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
02/26/2026 to 03/12/2026
Salary
$18.77 to - $18.77 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NA 3
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Westover Air Reserve Base, MA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
26-9JFSV215324
Control number
859034300

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

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  • 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 dinning 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 applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12897501

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Must be able to obtain a Food Handler’s Certificate and/or complete food handler's training.
  • Must meet the appropriate minimum age requirement for serving alcoholic beverages.
  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

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, 03/12/2026

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:

  • Must have experience or training in proper food handling and serving techniques.

  • Knowledge of food menu items and wine selection for various foods sufficient to explain to customer.

  • Must be able to follow cash handling procedures, make simple mathematical computations, and prepare checks for patrons.

  • Must be physically able to stand, stoop, bend, and walk for long periods of time.

  • Must be able to frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

  • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

  • Must meet the appropriate minimum age requirement for serving alcoholic beverages.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not 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.

Additional information

  • 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.
  • Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.

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.

How you will be evaluated

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.

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