Food Service Worker

**Job Title**: Food Service Worker

**PP-SRS-GRD**: C-7408-02

**Location**: RAF Lakenheath

**Vacancy Number**: 937844

**Open Date**: 23 August 2024

**Close Date**:Open Until Filled

**Work Hour Per Week**: 39.00

**Salary (Per Hour)**: £12.90
- ** Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement **_
- **The srating salary is £12.90 per hour**_

**Main Purpose**

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Food Service Workers at DECA, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom.

You will serve as a delicatessen/bakery assistant, helping in the preparation and serving of specialty meats, delicacies, preserved foods, cheeses, salads, breads, and sweets. You will slice, weigh, price and wrap foods on plates, trays and in bags as well as prepare food displays in counter cases and other display units. You will also be required to prepare hot and cold sandwiches, fruit and vegetable trays, salads, and rotisserie chicken.

You may also assist in preparing and cooking bread and other bakery items as well as assisting in unloading trucks and stocking foods, taking orders and payments from customers.

For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit: Federal Wage System Qualifications (opm.gov)

**Knowledge and Experience Required - Applicants must demonstrate the following**:

- Knowledge of basic arithmetic in order to count number of tables/trays required to determine number of servings a container will yield, and to count change when required to perform cashier duties.
- Working knowledge of food service sanitation standards including procedures to prevent contamination, spoilage, and waste.
- Ability to concentrate on work assignments despite interruptions and distractions.
- Ability to do tasks with several steps and to follow established sequence of tasks without more than normal supervision.
- Ability to use and maintain food service tools and equipment such as knives, mechanical dishwasher, and powered cleaning equipment.
- Ability to learn food service safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
- Ability to read and understand simple signs, names of food items, and instructions

**Other Important Information**

Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies.

Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules,and regulations.

Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.

May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.

May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessarytraining. Position may be coded as mission essential.

A 6-month probationary period will be required.

Overtime may be required.

May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.

**Other significant facts pertaining to the role**

A pre-employment physical is required.
- Will be required to obtain and maintain a food handler’s certificate Will be required wear all personal protective clothing while on duty.
- Will be required to observe US Federal Holidays instead of UK Public Holidays.
- Irregular shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

**Benefits**
- Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays, year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
- Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
- Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free on-site parking
- Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment
- Development opportunities available
- Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
- Free access to on-site gym facilities

**Who Can Apply**
- Citizens of the U.K., Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.
- Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
- Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.
- Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.
- This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement.
- For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

**How To Apply**

**Required Documents**
- LNDH Application

**Optional Documents**
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