FOOD Service Worker (Barista) a02

Department of the Navy U.S. Marine Corps (251 current openings)
Twentynine Palms, California
Shift work Security Clearance: Not Required
Application Deadline:
2027-02-15
Posted:
2026-08-19
Salary: $18.03 – $18.03 per hour (NA-02)

Salary context

Based on 172 hourly jobs in the same occupational series. This role pays below most similar positions.

Job Details

Position Overview

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Duties

Performs tasks with several steps or sequences of tasks such as: setting up food service counters, and side service stands with hot and cold food and beverages, including desserts and condiments. Assists customers in the selection and purchase of specialty coffee beverages and retail item sales. Provides and stocks quality beverages, such as expresso drinks, Coffee of the Week, retail items and food products consistent with established recipe and presentation standards. Uses suggestive selling techniques to sell associated products. Serves food and beverages. Makes coffee in large urns according to the number of servings desired, with responsibility for timing and brewing. Serves food, pastries, and beverages in standard portions by placing uniform amounts in small dishes, cups, or glasses in prescribed quantities. Properly cleans dishwasher, any associated appliances inside and out, and maintains customer service area and equipment in a clean and appealing manner. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment according to established checklists and schedules. Follows store policies and procedures for operational flow. Follows established standards for merchandising, stocking, rotating, and storing all products.

Operates cash register and is responsible for own change fund.

Completes prescribed training.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Acknowledges customers, smiles and makes eye contact. Asks questions to determine, verify and solve problems. Checks for satisfaction on the quality of goods and services. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.

Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Observes established sanitation guidelines for all products. Uses required safety equipment and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.

Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.

Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

Skills and Knowledge: Skill to perform tasks with several steps and use judgment in the performance of sequential tasks; skill to serve uniform individual portions and to avoid distractions, such as when several people ask for different items at the same time; skill to perform simple arithmetic; ability to read and follow instructions; working knowledge of common sanitation procedures to prevent contamination, and perform work according to established safety guidelines.

Responsibility: To perform work knowing what steps or sequences of steps are needed to complete the work; follow specific oral or written instructions when changes or new assignments are made; use judgment in deciding that the standards of sanitation, attractiveness, timeliness, safety, and service are met (i.e., serving, and individual portioning). The supervisor periodically checks to see that work is done on time and according to instructions.

Physical Effort: Light to moderate physical effort such as frequently lifting or moving objects; constant standing and walking; ability to lift and carry objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance.

Working Conditions: Often uncomfortably warm and noisy, exposure to minor cuts, bruises, burns, and scalds, possibility of slipping on wet floors; exposure to extreme temperatures of hot kitchens.

Requirements

EVALUATIONS:

Evaluations

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Required Documents

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How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=78538&PostingSeq=1. Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.

TO ALIGN WITH THE MERIT HIRING PLAN, FEDERAL AGENCIES WILL NOT ACCEPT RESUMES THAT EXCEED TWO PAGES. ACCORDINGLY, THE NAF HRO WILL ONLY CONSIDER RESUMES THAT ARE TWO PAGES OR FEWER. RESUMES EXCEEDING THIS LIMIT WILL NOT BE REFERRED AND WILL BE DEEMED INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

Please include the below list of required documents with your application:

  1. Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
  2. If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
  3. If you are an Active Duty Service member who will be retired from service within 120 days of the application date, you must submit a DD214 or Statement of Service with your application to receive further consideration for any regular part-time or full-time positions. In accordance with 5 USC § 3326, recently retired Servicemembers are subject to a 180-day waiting period before they may be appointed to Federal service, regardless of hiring authorities. When applicable and all requirements are met, those candidates must have submitted the required documentation at the time of their application before an agency can request a waiver.

Note: For positions that require a degree, certification, and/or specific education requirements (e.g., a minimum number of credit hours toward a degree), applicants must submit supporting documentation (e.g., transcripts, diplomas, certifications) at the time of application. Applications that do not include the required documentation may be determined ineligible, as minimum qualifications cannot be verified.

If you are using an employment preference, please ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility:

Military Spouses

  1. Copy of the sponsor PCS orders identifying a dependents-authorized move and reporting date to the new duty location.
  2. Copy of marriage license or military dependent ID if dependent name is not listed on PCS orders. In order to qualify, date of marriage or military dependent ID must be prior to reporting date listed on PCS orders.
  3. For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility.

Veterans

Copy of DD214 citing general or honorable discharge.

Persons with Disabilities

Proof of Disability Documentation from: doctor, licensed medical professional, licensed rehabilitation professional, or any federal, state, District of Columbia, or US territory agency that issues or provides disability benefits.

Be advised - the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) can help assist all Military affiliated family members and Veterans with their job search. The FMEAP offers a range of services, including job search assistance, resume support, mock interviews, and more. To access these resources, please call 760-830-4030 or email [email protected].

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.