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Prepares and serves food items, handles cash and records, and maintains a clean work area. Works independently, follows safety and food handling procedures, and provides good customer service. Requires standing, lifting up to 40 lbs, and working safely in food service areas.
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.
Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.
United States (U.S.) Citizens 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. In accordance with the NATO Status of Forces Agreement with Germany, citizens of the host country and citizens of a NATO country not married to an active-duty U.S. military member are not eligible for US NAF employment.
DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs all of the following duties on a recurring basis:Prepares and serves food items which include, but are not limited to, hot dogs, nachos, chips, candy, lemonade drinks, etc. Keeps work area clean and orderly. Collects sales slips, total sales on cash register, accepts payment from patrons and makes change as necessary. Maintains related cash records. Performs other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Skill and Knowledge: Able to work alone. Know the proper use of special cleaning and sanitizing solutions. Know simple food handling techniques. Able to work safely. Able to serve uniform individual portions and avoid distractions when several guests ask for different items at the same time. Able to use simple arithmetic.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Receives verbal and written assignments. Is expected to work as scheduled and to know what steps are needed to complete the work. Accomplishes work on own initiative. Work is evaluated for accuracy, promptness and good customer relations.
PHYSICAL EFFORTS:
Frequently lifts and moves items weighing up to 40. Requires constantly standing, stooping, bending, walking and reaching.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is normally performed inside with adequate lighting and heat. Care is required to avoid serious injury in food preparation and storage areas.
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required upon appointment
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
- All required background checks of AR215 -3, Chapter 2, paragraph 213: i. must be satisfactory completed and maintained to include the initiation/completion of Child and Youth National Agency Check with Inquiries (CNACI).
- One year probationary period may be required
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens, hold a valid U.S. passport, and be at least 18 years of age.
- A pre-employment physical is required
- Must be willing to work irregular work schedule (nights/weekends/holidays)
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 4 hours initial food sanitation and safety training is required within 30 days of employment and a minimum of 4 hours refresher training annually.
- Must meet state/local age requirements at the time of appointment if serving alcoholic beverages. Certificate of Medical Examination required.
RESUMES MUST BE TWO PAGES (OR LESS). QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME. GOVERNMENT POSITIONS MUST INCLUDE PAY PLAN, SERIES, GRADE, TO AND FROM DATES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCY/DEPARTMENT. Must include at least one year of experience performing duties at a level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully in the position.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Be able to lift and carry weights up to 40 pounds.
Possess math skills necessary to calculate patron bills and take inventory.
All Qualified applicants will be rated against the highly qualifying criteria by a rating panel for evaluation of the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education. Those applicants determined to be highly qualified will be referred to the hiring official for consideration. The highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and reference checks.
All answers to the Highly Qualifying Criteria must be demonstrated in your resume to get credit.
High School graduate or equivalent.
All candidates (to include current employees) are required to include transcripts with their application package. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. Only education from accredited and pre-accredited institutions will be accepted. Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalency in the United States. For more information, please click here.
- This is a limited tenure position not to exceed 15 months. It is an unaccompanied program because we cannot provide logistical support to family members. Dorm-style housing is provided in lieu of a living quarters allowance. Transportation to and from Germany is provided in accordance with the terms of the Joint Travel Regulation and the executed transportation agreement. Military spouses and family members currently residing within the Garmisch Military Community who apply under this announcement will be considered for a regular appointment.
- A manual application may be obtained by contacting the servicing NAF Human Resources Office listed on this announcement. If you are applying manually, all required documentation must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the closing date of the announcement. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based upon a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
- Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
- The Duty Station for this position is located at Edelweiss Lodge and Resort, Garmisch, Germany. You will be expected to physically reside within commuting distance.
- 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.
- It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
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- Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit - your go-to guide for understanding our hiring process and making your application stand out.
- Inside, you'll find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.
- Click here to view the kit or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf
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.
Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It
We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.
- Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
- We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.
- If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.
Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.
Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying
When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.
Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:
- NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
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NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP)
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NAF Preference 3 Family Member Preference (FMP) (Foreign OCONUS ONLY)
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NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
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NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
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NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)
Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the
Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the
What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.
About Your Resume:
- Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement.
- Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count.
- (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit)
- Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.
Expedite Your Hiring
- To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your application.
Required Documents
Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
Other Accepted Documents
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
- Cover Letter
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DD-214/ Statement of Service
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DA Form 3433
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Notification of Personnel Action for NAF Employees (DA Form 3434 or equivalent)
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Other (3)
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Other (4)
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PCS Orders
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Resume
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Separation Notice (RIF)
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SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Announcement # ELRLT20260003812998175
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 07/16/2026 to receive consideration.
- Click Apply to access the online application.
- You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
- Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application.
- Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details
- You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the IncludePersonal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application
- package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account and designate the document type when submitting your application
- It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
- Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12998175
- Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the Applicant Manager Online Help (https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us) site.
- To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status
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Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.
Edelweiss Resort, Garmisch, Germany
Address
RC-NAF-ELAREU EDELWEISS LODGE AND RESORT
DO NOT MAIL
APO, AE 09006
US
Our Next Steps to Review Your Application and Keep You Informed
- Once you submit your application, the system will automatically review your answers to the application questionnaire to determine if you meet the basic qualifications for the job.
- If you meet the qualifications, your application will move to the next step, where our HR representatives will carefully review your experience, skills, education (if applicable), and how well you match the job requirements.
- If you provided an email address, you'll receive a confirmation email letting you know we've received your application.
- As your application moves through the hiring process, we'll send you updates and notifications via email.
- Processing times may vary, but we'll do our best to keep you informed every step of the way.
Your Next Steps to stay on Top of Your Application
- Check Your Contact Information
- If your contact information changes after the job announcement closes, let us know as soon as possible.
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- Make sure your mailbox isn't full and check your spam or junk folder to avoid missing important updates about your application.
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We're excited about your interest in this position and look forward to reviewing your application
Accepting applications
Posted this month · Apply by 07/16/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 16, 2026
Location
few vacancies in the following location:
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$16.94 - $16.94 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NA 1
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Part-time - 20 Hours
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Temporary - 15 Months
Occupations and job series
- 7401 Miscellaneous Food Preparation and Serving
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
ELRLT20260003812998175
