Food Service Attendant/Cashier (Part-Time) – Fairchild AFB

Skookum•Spokane, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a motivated, hard-working Food Service Attendant/Cashier with a positive and helpful attitude to work part-time in the dining hall at Fairchild Air Force Base in Airway Heights, Washington. The schedule is 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and the employee must be able to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The role is non-exempt and pays $17.75 per hour. The position combines cashiering, dishwashing, dining-area upkeep, and janitorial tasks. Employees serve customers professionally, maintain cleanliness and supplies throughout the dining facility, and work independently and as part of a team. The work may involve lifting up to 45 pounds and extended periods of standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, and repetitive motion. This is a part-time role of fewer than 25 hours per week. Eligible part-time employees may receive a $5.42-per-hour health and welfare benefit, 11 paid federal holidays, pro-rata vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and potential shared-earning bonuses. Employees may contribute to a retirement plan and may be eligible for the employee assistance program; medical insurance eligibility is assessed in accordance with the Affordable Care Act. Tuition assistance may be available after one year, with potential scholarships for qualified dependents. Other offerings include professional development, certifications and training opportunities, and a Verizon wireless discount. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid state driver’s license or state ID, and the ability to obtain and maintain insurance coverage and applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted. Access to the installation requires a REAL ID-compliant license or an acceptable alternative. Tessera is a national nonprofit government contractor that encourages individuals with disabilities to apply and provides a safe and respectful work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A valid state driver’s license or state ID and the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
Ability to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting or moving up to 45 pounds and, as duties require, reaching, kneeling, walking, standing, repetitive motion, sitting, and climbing in and out of a vehicle and up and down stairs.
Perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods.
A REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, for federal installation access.
Successful completion of a background check; E-Verify will be conducted.

Nice To Haves

0–3 years of food service, cashier, or janitorial experience preferred.
A combination of experience and education will be considered.

Responsibilities

Ring up food purchases on the dining hall cash register.
Collect cash and credit card payments from patrons during meal periods.
Reconcile cash drawers with Point of Sale reports.
Wash and store dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment in accordance with hygiene and safety standards.
Monitor and replenish supplies according to schedule.
Remove used dishware, utensils, and glassware promptly and efficiently.
Clean tables and chairs after meal service.
Empty trash and recycling bins and keep the trash area clean.
Collect and transport trash to outdoor disposal areas.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean entrance doors according to schedule.
Clean and sanitize restroom facilities and replenish supplies.
Sweep, mop, and vacuum halls and high-traffic areas according to schedule.
Perform cashiering duties as needed.
Clean and remove ice from areas up to 10 feet outside each entrance and from sections of the loading dock.
Communicate courteously and professionally with customers.
Work independently and as part of a team while maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$5.42 per hour health and welfare benefit.
11 paid federal holidays.
Paid vacation accrued on a pro-rata basis according to hours worked.
Paid sick leave.
Potential shared-earning bonus.
Employee assistance program for employees reasonably expected to work fewer than 25 hours per week at hire.
Ability to contribute to a retirement plan.
Medical insurance eligibility assessed in accordance with the Affordable Care Act.
Tuition assistance available after one year of employment.
Potential scholarships for qualified dependents.
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities.
Verizon wireless discount.