Snack Bar Operator

Commander, Navy Installations Command • Kittery, ME

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About The Position

This position is located within Commander, Mid Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program. The Snack Bar Operator supervises and coordinates snack bar operations and performs food preparation and service as needed. The role helps ensure food quality, customer service, sanitation, cash handling, inventory, facility security, and safety standards are maintained. It also directs subordinate Food Service Workers, including scheduling, training, and coordinating their work, and may help interview and recommend applicants. The incumbent must provide food service delivery when needed to cover staff shortages.

The position is primarily performed indoors, with potential hazards in food preparation areas. Some lifting may be required during inventories or when receiving and moving supplies or equipment; items over 40 pounds must be moved with assistance. Employment is conditional on successful completion of a National Agency Check or equivalent background investigation, with further checks periodically thereafter. Salary depends on experience and/or education. The position has no positive educational requirement.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of food service experience.
• Food service delivery knowledge sufficient to help operate and staff a food service function, train employees, and meet minimum sanitation, cash-handling, and food-preparation requirements with minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to deal with a variety of patrons with tact and diplomacy.
• Must possess and maintain a valid health card.
• Must obtain and maintain a current food handler's card.
• If alcohol is served in the facility, must become CARE certified within 30 days of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Must successfully complete a National Agency Check or equivalent background investigation upon selection and periodically thereafter.
• Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the preparation and sale of food items.
• Ensure food is properly prepared, displayed, and priced, and that cash-handling procedures are followed.
• Maintain sales records and accounting documents, including Daily Activity Records and employee cash banks.
• Prepare or facilitate customer food orders, including cooking, portion control, presentation, and receiving payment.
• Maintain appropriate sanitation and cleanliness.
• Maintain adequate stock, requisition merchandise according to policy, and conduct periodic inventories.
• Assist with receiving and storing requisitioned items and maintaining controls to prevent pilferage.
• Report shortages promptly to the manager and assist with investigations as requested.
• Maintain the security of the facility, cash, and fixed assets, and help ensure security measures are followed.
• Help ensure compliance with fire and safety regulations.
• Assist the manager in determining menu item quantities and components and calculating food costs.
• Maintain food quality controls and service standards, and observe operations to ensure courteous and efficient service.
• Direct subordinate Food Service Workers, including scheduling, staffing, work flow, sanitation, health-card compliance, and training.
• Provide input for employee performance evaluations.
• As directed, interview applicants and recommend them for selection.
• Perform food service delivery as needed to cover staff shortages.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed