FOOD SERVICE WORKER A03 (Updated Resume Requirement as of 8/14/2026)

U.S. Marine Corps

Twentynine Palms, CAJob$18.89/hrPosted 2w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18.89/hr
Location
Twentynine Palms, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

U.S. Marine Corps is hiring a FOOD SERVICE WORKER A03 (Updated Resume Requirement as of 8/14/2026). Marine Corps Community Services seeks individuals to join a team-oriented environment supporting Marines and their families, performing food service duties such as portioning, preparing, and serving meals while adhering to sanitation and safety standards.

Key focus areas include Organize assignments and follow sequential steps accurately, Serve uniform individual portions and maintain portion standards, and Read and follow recipe cards for spreads and dressings.

Successful candidates bring Lift Up To 45 Lbs Independently, Lift Over 45 Lbs With Assistance, and Stand And Walk For Extended Periods. Important skills include Organize Assignments, Serve Uniform Portions, Weight And Measurement Knowledge, Read Recipe Cards, Simple Arithmetic, and Sanitation Procedures Knowledge.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Organize AssignmentsServe Uniform PortionsWeight and Measurement KnowledgeRead Recipe CardsSimple ArithmeticSanitation Procedures KnowledgeAssist Lower Graded WorkersFollow Oral or Written InstructionsJudgment in Task ExecutionOperate Cash RegisterWorld Class Customer ServicePositive CommunicationProblem SolvingAdhere to Safety RegulationsReport Workplace HazardsSupport EEO ProgramOrganize Assignments SequentiallyPerform Multi‑Step TasksServe Uniform Individual PortionsKnowledge of Weights and MeasurementsRead and Follow Recipe CardsFollow Sanitation ProceduresAssist Lower‑Graded Food Service WorkersUse Judgment to Meet Sanitation and Service StandardsLight to Moderate Physical EffortLift and Carry Up to 45 Lb IndependentlyLift and Carry Over 45 Lb With AssistanceSet Up Food Service Counters and Steam TablesSet Up Dining Room Tables and Side Service StandsServe Cafeteria‑Style FoodServe Family‑Style TablesWeigh Measure and Assemble IngredientsBrew Large‑Urn CoffeePrepare Fruit and Vegetable SaladsPrepare Sandwich Spreads and Salad DressingsPortion Food Into Uniform ServingsMake Simple SandwichesPack Box LunchesMaintain Dishwasher Water and Detergent LevelsClean Dishwasher ComponentsProvide World‑Class Customer ServiceCommunicate Positively With CustomersSolve Problems QuicklyReport Workplace Hazards and InjuriesSupport EEO Program and Prevent Sexual Harassment

Qualifications

Lift Up to 45 Lbs IndependentlyLift Over 45 Lbs With AssistanceStand and Walk for Extended PeriodsWork in Warm and Noisy EnvironmentsWork in Hot Kitchens and Refrigerated Areas

Full job description

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. Skills and Knowledge: Skill to organize assignments in logical sequence, perform tasks with several steps and use judgment in the performance of sequential tasks accurately according to deadlines. Skill to serve uniform individual portions. Knowledge of weights and measurements, and skill to read and follow recipe cards for items such as spreads and dressings. Skill to perform simple arithmetic, and ability to read instructions. Working knowledge of common sanitation procedures to prevent contamination, spoilage and waste. Skill to assist lower graded food service workers to accomplish work. Responsibility: Incumbent knows what steps or sequences of steps are needed to complete the work. Follows specific oral or written instructions when changes or new assignments are made. Uses 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: Work involves light to moderate physical effort such as frequently lifting or moving objects, constant standing and walking. Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance. Working Conditions: Work areas are often uncomfortably warm and noisy. Workers are exposed to minor cuts, bruises, burns, and scalds. There is danger of slipping on wet floors. Some workers are exposed to extreme temperatures of hot kitchens and walk-in refrigerators. Performs tasks with several steps or sequences of tasks such as: setting up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. Serves food cafeteria-style to customers. Serves tables family-style by placing dishes of food on tables and refilling as necessary. Assists cooks in food preparation by weighing, measuring and assembling ingredients according to recipes. Makes coffee in large urns according to the number of servings desired, with responsibility for timing and brewing. Makes a variety of fruit and vegetable salads such as fresh fruit, tossed green, tomato and lettuce, and lettuce wedges. May prepare uncooked food items such as sandwich spreads and salad dressings. Serves food in standard portions by placing uniform amounts in small dishes or glasses in prescribed quantities. Makes simple sandwiches. Packs box lunches. Maintains water and detergent levels in dishwasher; removes strainer pans, inspection doors, etc., for proper cleaning of dishwasher, inside and out; removes calcium deposits as required; and restores room to orderliness. May assist lower graded food service workers. May unload food from delivery trucks and move heavy garbage cans. May operate cash register and be responsible for own change fund. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. 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. 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. Conditions of Employment EVALUATIONS:

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