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Bartender

Naval District Washington (NDW) (NAF)
remote work
United States, Maryland, Indian Head
Sep 03, 2026
Summary This position is located in the Food and Beverage Division in Naval District Washington. The primary purpose of this position is to prepare and serve all types of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages from a full-service bar, special event and/or banquet bars. Summary This position is located in the Food and Beverage Division in Naval District Washington. The primary purpose of this position is to prepare and serve all types of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages from a full-service bar, special event and/or banquet bars. Overview Accepting applications Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Indian Head, MD No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $18.83 - $18.83 per hour Pay scale & grade NA 3 Promotion potential None Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Intermittent - Flex position (0-40 hours per week as scheduled; hours and schedule are not guranteed) Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Jobs require a and some require a . The type depends on the job. Background check type Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number 26-13056727 Control number 883514500 This job is open to Duties Assist in setting up full service, limited service, special event or banquet bars with beverages, mixes, condiments, garnishes, napkins, ice, glasses and utensils. May serve soft drinks, bottle or draft beer as needed. Replaces supplies as necessary; removes empty kegs and replaces with full ones, transfers cases of beer to refrigerator, removes cases of empty bottles and separates returnable empty bottles. May unload and stack beverage items and supplies for storage. Removes trash. Washes, cleans and dries bar glasses, utensils and equipment. Ensures working area is maintained according to appropriate sanitation and safety standards to included, but not limited to sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning sinks, walls, cabinets, etc. Assist in taking inventory at required intervals. Responsible for complying with all safety, fire and sanitation rules and regulations. Mixes a wide variety of drinks to order, following a variety of established recipes. Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. Excellent customer service skills. Be knowledgeable of all food & beverage offerings and offer suggestions to ensure an optimal experience. Setup, breakdown and maintain a clean and stocked bar by executing all opening, running and closing side work. Assists in taking inventory and maintaining records and submits in requests for the purchase of inventory. Assists in creating and executing facility recreational programming (holiday party themes, wine tastings, trivia). Protect the establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation, safety and alcohol control policies. Skill to completely set-up a bar and to recognize impending shortages of supplies based on the volume of business and insure their timely replacement. Ability to collect tabs, chits or cash in appropriate amounts and is accountable for cash and inventory for the period worked. Ability to recognize intoxicated or unruly patrons and to resolve the problem or seek assistance if needed. The incumbent is held responsible for proper operation of the bar, coordinating of bar reservation system, receipts and inventory accountability. Performs other related duties as required. Requirements Conditions of employment Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation. Must walk or stand for prolonged periods of time. Uses dolly to transport beer kegs. Work schedule is flexible and will vary as required by the needs of the program to include night, weekend, and holiday shifts as well as split days off. May have or obtain and maintain the following certification within 90 days of hire: Food Handlers and/or C.A.R.E (Controlling Alcohol Risks Effectively). Frequent light to moderate lifting and carrying objects weighing 5 to 15 pounds, pushing and pulling objects weighing 10 to 20 pounds and occasionally lifting up to and over 40 pounds. Must meet minimum state age requirements to prepare/serve alcohol. Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access NDW Installations. (Review required documents section for more information.) Qualifications The incumbent must have the ability to visually recognize shortages of supplies at the bar such as beverages, beer, condiments, garnishes, glasses, napkins, and utensils, and to replace them as needed. Skill is needed to use knives and automatic slicers in the preparation of garnishes such as or oranges, limes, and lemons. The incumbent has the ability to serve non-mix drinks under the close technical guidance of a bartender. Ability to mix and serve a wide variety of beverages by combining ingredients such as liquors, soda, water, sugar, bitters and fruit garnishes. Serves liqueur, beer, and wine, and is skillful in mixing such beverages as an Alexander, Margarita, Zombi, Singapore Sling, etc. Skill to completely set-up a bar and to recognize impending shortages of supplies based on the volume of business and insure their timely replacement. Ability to collect tabs, chits or cash in appropriate amounts and is accountable for cash and inventory for the period worked. Ability to recognize intoxicated or unruly patrons and to resolve the problem or seek assistance if needed. Instructions concerning the proper operation of the bar are furnished orally or in writing by the manager. Incumbent is held responsible for the proper operation of the bar, receipts, and inventory accountability. Education A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Additional information Spouses of active duty military members of the Armed Forces may receive preference in hiring under this announcement if they are among the best qualified referred and are within reach of selection. Spouse Preference does not apply to NF 04 and NF 05 positions. Please clearly identify in your application that you are asking for spouse preference and complete the and submit a copy of current PCS orders. Failure to submit current PCS orders with application will prevent spousal preference from being granted. Acceptance or declination of a regular full or part-time non-appropriated or appropriated fund position ends your ability to claim this preference. Some positions have special requirements. In these cases selection is tentative pending satisfactory completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, etc. All selections are contingent upon the obtaining of satisfactory employment reference checks. *As a condition of employment, the selected individual will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer program.* SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and at least 18 years of age, employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must register with the Selective Service System (military draft), unless you meet certain exemptions. If applicable, failure to register will prevent you from being considered for employment. To register, please visit the Selective Service web site at . When relocation expenses are authorized to perform a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the federal government, the IRS considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Additional information: Public Trust is a type of background investigation, but it is not a security clearance. Depending on the job, you must complete either the or questionnaire. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. . Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. . Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required Documents The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. Altered transcripts will not be accepted. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from . Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online. Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply. Agency contact information NDW NAF HR Email Address NSF Indian Head 47402 Buse Rd Bldg 467 Patuxent River, MD 20670 US Next steps Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Required Documents The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. Altered transcripts will not be accepted. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from . Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online. Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply. Agency contact information NDW NAF HR Email Address NSF Indian Head 47402 Buse Rd Bldg 467 Patuxent River, MD 20670 US Next steps Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.