About the opportunity
This position is located at USAG Bavaria – MWR, Army Lodging, Tower Barracks in Grafenwoehr, Germany. The role involves performing various tasks in a kitchen or dining area following established procedures. Duties include setting up cafeteria lines, steam-tables, and dining room tables with hot and cold food items; serving food by order and proper proportion; breaking down and cleaning tables and areas; brewing coffee; assembling or tossing fresh fruit and green salads; making cold sandwiches; and operating, breaking down, and cleaning all assigned kitchen equipment and utensils. The schedule is not fewer than 20 hours per week.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive hourly remuneration ranging from 17.78 to 20.75 USD per hour
- Opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs
- Access to on-base facilities including fitness centers and libraries
- Eligibility for health and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plans, paid personal time off, and federal holidays for regular full-time and part-time employees
Who can apply?
- Ability to understand and follow simple instructions
- Ability to use hand tools for cleaning and operating simple machines
- Area of consideration is restricted to the local commuting area of Grafenwoehr (within 100 km or 60 miles)
- Eligible candidates may include those claiming specific NAF preferences such as Spouse Employment Preference, Involuntarily Separated From the Military, or Family Member Preference for foreign OCONUS
Required documents
- Resume limited to two pages or less
- Cover Letter
- DD-214 or Statement of Service
- Transition Assistance supporting documents
- PCS Orders
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-15 and SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action
When to apply
- Date Posted: 2026-10-05
- Application Deadline: 2026-10-08 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
- Job Fair Interview Date: 8 October 2026 between 09:30 and 13:30 at Building #619 on Tower Barracks
How to apply
- Create or log into a USAJOBS account
- Prepare a resume that adheres to the two-page limit
- Submit the application package electronically via USAJOBS under announcement number O4NAFJJ-26-13082799 by the closing date
- Complete the online application questionnaire and ensure all required supporting documents are uploaded
- Attend the job fair and in-person interview on 8 October 2026 if participating locally
Additional information
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized
- Foreign overseas allowances, cost of living allowances (COLA), incentives, and differentials will not be paid
- Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program if applicable
- Refusal of a military spouse to participate in recruitment procedures may terminate Spouse Employment Preference entitlement
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates residing within the local commuting area of Grafenwohr who have prior food and beverage attendant experience
- Individuals seeking a stable, part-time or flexible schedule of at least 20 hours per week within a military community setting
- Applicants who are available to attend the in-person job fair and interview on October 8, 2026
What should you think carefully about?
- Relocation expenses and overseas housing allowances or COLA are not provided for this position
- The application window is extremely short, closing just three days after posting
- Eligibility is strictly restricted to candidates already living within the local commuting area or holding specific military spouse/family member preferences
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an immediate hourly-paid employment opportunity within an established military lodging environment in Germany, making it well-suited for individuals seeking local income, hospitality experience, or a stepping stone into US Army Non-Appropriated Fund career paths.
Our take
Applicants currently residing near Grafenwohr with relevant food service background and immediate availability should apply promptly and prepare to attend the scheduled job fair interview.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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