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BARTENDER

Department of the Air Force
Pacific Air Forces
35th Force Support Squadron
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Summary

About the position: The purpose of this position is to mix and serve pre-mixed alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages from a limited service bar at the Misawa Collocated Club, 35th Force Support Squadron, Misawa AB, Japan.

This is a Flexible category position; Guaranteed 0 hours per week, but may work up to 40 hours per week, depending on the needs of the facility.

Military Spouse Preference IS NOT lost if selected for this position.


Overview

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Open & closing dates
05/30/2025 to 09/25/2025
Salary
$18.44 to - $21.52 per hour

NAF Pay Setting Rules Apply

Pay scale & grade
NA 3
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Misawa AFB, Japan
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent - Guaranteed 0 hours per week but may work up to 40 hours per week.
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
25-9TFSWC853649SR
Control number
837839400

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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Operates limited service bars. Prepares a limited variety of alcoholic drinks by selecting proper premix and garnish. Serves beer, soda and wine. Serves patrons directly or delivers to waiter. Receives payment, operates cash register, and makes and returns change to patrons or waiter.

Sets up bar for operation and obtains cash bank. Maintains work area neat and clear. Washes bar equipment, glassware, and utensils. Stocks service bars and assists higher-level bartender as required. May be required to prepare documentation for cash funds accountability.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
  • Must meet the appropriate age requirement for working with and/or serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training.

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, 09/25/2025

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in/ around Misawa AB, Japan. All applicants must possess a social security number and valid passport. All applicants MUST be eligible to meet local immigration requirements.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member Preference
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
  • Must be able to communicate clearly with customers and possess skill in dealing with the public.
  • Experience mixing alcoholic beverages for retail sale, which includes knowledge of correct proportions and mixtures to use in preparing beverages highly desired.
  • Should be able to recognize intoxicated or unruly patrons and to resolve the problem or seek assistance if needed.
  • Experience with cash handling procedures is highly desired.
  • Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing 5 to 15 pounds, pull and push objects weighing 10 to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to and over 40 pounds.

Condition(s) of Employment:
  • Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
  • Must meet the appropriate minimum age requirement for working with and/or serving alcoholic beverages.
  • 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.
  • May work an uncommon tour of duty to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • To perform the duties of this position a CAC is required.


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 in order to qualify.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
  • Probationary period may be required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • 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.
  • LQA is not authorized.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • Announcement may be closed before stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
  • Qualified applicants will be reviewed and referred to Hiring Manager bi-weekly.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.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 is made that you have inflated your 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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