Food Service Worker

The Travis Air Force Base Child Development Center and Youth Center, located in California, represent key facilities dedicated to supporting the morale and welfare of military families and personnel. These centers operate under the Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) system, which means they are supported through revenues generated by the facilities themselves, rather than congressional appropriations. Serving as crucial community hubs, these centers provide care and recreational services for children and youth affiliated with the base, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for families stationed at Travis AFB. The centers maintain a strong commitment to high standards of service, safety, and community engagement, playing a vital role in the quality of life theme for military members and their families.

This particular position, situated within the Child Development Centers 1, 2, 3, or the Youth Center at Travis Air Force Base, offers an essential role as part of the food service team. The role is classified under the NA 2 pay scale, with a competitive hourly wage ranging from $21.42 to $22.31. It is a permanent appointment with an intermittent work schedule, which means that employees do not have guaranteed hours but may work up to 40 hours per week, offering a degree of flexibility for those who need it. This position is not eligible for remote work or telework, reinforcing the hands-on nature of the duties involved.

The primary responsibilities of the Food Service Worker will involve preparing and serving meals cafeteria-style, which includes setting up cafeteria lines, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands stocked with an assortment of hot and cold food items, such as meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. The role requires physical effort such as frequently lifting or moving objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and a willingness to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards rigorously. Workers will also operate dishwashers, engage in preventive maintenance and cleaning duties, including heavy-duty cleaning tasks in kitchen areas such as ceilings, exhaust hoods, floors, walls, and refrigeration units.

In addition to food service, the role involves receiving food deliveries, handling waste disposal, and making fresh fruit or green salads and sandwiches. Importantly, employees in this role have access to various base facilities, including the Base Exchange, Gym, Outdoor Recreation, Library, Marina, Golf Course, Bowling Center, and the Arts & Crafts Center, which contributes to a supportive work environment.

Applicants for this role must pass background checks in compliance with Air Force and Department of Defense policy, including a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation, and maintain updated immunizations and physical health standards. This position is open to the public, including U.S. citizens, nationals, and those who owe allegiance to the United States. The selection process values experience with the ability to follow instructions, use hand tools for cleaning, operate simple machines, and practice sound judgment in work sequencing. Knowledge of sanitation standards related to food handling and kitchen cleanliness is essential.

This job offers not just an opportunity for employment within a respected federal and military institution but a chance to contribute positively to the welfare of military families and support those who serve the country. The position emphasizes dedication to efficient government service, constitutional principles, and the ideals of the American republic. Applicants should be prepared to provide complete documentation supporting their qualifications and eligibility and commit to a role that combines physical work with a community-focus mission.