Job Details

Dining Facility Attendant

The Dining Facility Attendant supports daily food service operations at Fort Benning by assisting with meal service, sanitation, and customer support. This role ensures a clean, safe, and efficient dining environment in accordance with contractual requirements, food safety standards, and installation policies.

Key Responsibilities

Meal Service Support

• Assist with food line setup, serving, and breakdown during meal periods.
• Replenish food items and supplies as needed to support continuous service.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service to all patrons.

Sanitation & Safety

• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, serving lines, kitchen spaces, and equipment.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards, including proper use of PPE.
• Support dishwashing, waste disposal, and cleaning schedules.

Operational Assistance

• Assist with receiving and stocking supplies.
• Support opening and closing procedures as directed by DFAC leadership.
• Report safety hazards, equipment issues, or sanitation concerns promptly.

Team Support

• Work collaboratively with food service staff and supervisors to meet operational demands.
• Follow instructions and procedures to support efficient, mission-ready operations.

Qualifications

Experience

• Prior food service or customer service experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience in institutional or high-volume dining environments is a plus.

Skills

• Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and safety.
• Professional demeanor and teamwork skills.

Certifications

• Food Handler or ServSafe certification preferred or ability to obtain within required timeframe.

Work Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds as needed.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

This position plays a vital role in supporting daily feeding operations and overall mission readiness at Fort Benning. Candidates must maintain professionalism and comply with all installation security and operational requirements.