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Summary

This position is located within the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) School Lunch Program Division, Fort Bragg, NC.

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Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
07/11/2025 to 12/29/2025
Salary
$35,210 to - $45,914 per year

Salary listed is based on a 40hr work week. Pay will be determined by number of hours worked per week.

Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Fort Bragg, NC
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Intermittent
Work schedule
Intermittent
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
O2NAFDN-25-12764304
Control number
840595800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

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  • Serves as Supervisory Food Service Specialist within a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) school cafeteria responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and overseeing all phases of the food service program.
  • Travels to school cafeterias to perform quality control checks, monitor food operations, and ensure food service regulations relative to food preparation, food storage, stock level, service and sanitation are strictly adhered to.
  • Develops menus and ensures the quality of the food service program is met.
  • Serves as first line supervisor to at least two Cook Supervisors and serves as second line supervisor to approximately 50 employees.
  • Periodically conduct interviews and hiring of staff.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation.
  • Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations.
  • The ability to obtain (within first six months of employment) and maintain a Food Protection Manager Certification acquired through an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited agency is required.
  • (i.e., ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Program).

Qualifications

Qualifications:
1. Successful completion of a four (4) year college or university degree with a major course of study in dietetics, food, nutrition, food service management, institution management, or related science; OR

possess three years of progressively responsible work experience one year of which was directly related to planning menus and performing the fiscal operations of a food program.

2. Must demonstrate the ability to supervise and train personnel.
3. Must possess the ability to operate a personal computer using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
4. Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Education

If you are using your education to qualify for this position, a copy of your unofficial transcript must be uploaded at the time of application and if selected, official transcripts are required prior to starting employment.
*If selected, official transcripts are required prior to starting employment.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is Local. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 PM EST by 12/29/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job-related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a pay-banded position.
  • Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.
  • Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities:
    • Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details.
Cut-Off:
  • The first cut-off for this vacancy is 24-JUL-2025. Additional referrals will be sent to management upon request. When all positions are filled, this vacancy will close.

How you will be evaluated

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

If you are claiming any of the below eligibilities, your supporting documentation must be received at the time of application.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

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