What are the responsibilities and job description for the TPWD - Food Service Worker II - III (Waitstaff) position at TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE?
TPWD - Food Service Worker II - III (Waitstaff)
TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
Fort Davis, Texas United States
Posted: Mar 20, 2025
Full Time
Nutrition and Food Services
TPWD MISSION
To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.
Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.
Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.
WATCH OUR VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:
Job Classification
Service
Military Specialty
Food Service Worker I-III
Army
92G
Food Service Worker I-III
Navy
CS, CSS, SN, 752X
Food Service Worker I-III
Coast Guard
CS, F&S
Food Service Worker I-III
Marine Corps
3300, 3381
Food Service Worker I-III
Air Force
3F1X1, 4D0X1
https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf
MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:
If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted . If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/ .
Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:
Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation). Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation. Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders. Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.
Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.
BENEFITS:
Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.
HIRING CONTACT: Cindy Granado, (432) 426-3533
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Black Bear Restaurant, TX HWY 118N Park Rd. 3, Fort Davis, TX 79734
GENERAL DESCRIPTION :
Under the direction of the Assistant Food Service Manager, this position performs highly complex food service work. Responsible for serving food and/or beverages at the Black Bear Restaurant. Responsibilities include greeting and seating guests, taking food orders, placing orders with kitchen, cleaning and setting up tables. Assists with food preparation, dishwashing and other food service-related duties. Provides support as a cashier and is responsible for accuracy and reporting of revenue collected from guests. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
NOTE: This position is authorized to accept gratuities in accordance with Parks and Wildlife Code, Section 11.0262.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education :
High School Diploma or GED
Experience :
Food Service Worker II
Six months experience as a food service worker in a full-service restaurant.
Food Service Worker III
One year experience as a food service worker in a full-service restaurant.
Licensure :
Must possess a valid State driver's license.
Within 30 days of employment obtain Food Handlers Certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of basic restaurant operations including food preparation, inventory of grocery supplies, safe food temperatures and health regulation compliance and serving guests.
Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
Skill in serving food/beverages to restaurant customers in a timely and orderly manner.
Ability to take food/beverage orders from customers.
Ability to convey orders to kitchen and deliver food/beverages to customers as ordered.
Ability to use wait staff Preset Posting Machine.
Ability to accurately handle cash and account for all revenue collected.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.
Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 30 lbs.
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS :
Required to work 40 hours per week, includes flexible/various schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
Required to adjust to changing schedules and work split shifts.
Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 30 lbs.
This position is authorized to accept gratuities in accordance with Parks and Wildlife Code, Section 11.0262.
May be required to operate a State vehicle.
Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WATCH OUR VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS
Closing Date: Apr 2, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.
Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.
Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.
WATCH OUR VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:
Job Classification
Service
Military Specialty
Food Service Worker I-III
Army
92G
Food Service Worker I-III
Navy
CS, CSS, SN, 752X
Food Service Worker I-III
Coast Guard
CS, F&S
Food Service Worker I-III
Marine Corps
3300, 3381
Food Service Worker I-III
Air Force
3F1X1, 4D0X1
- More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:
https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf
MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:
If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted . If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/ .
Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:
Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation). Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation. Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders. Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.
Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.
BENEFITS:
Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.
HIRING CONTACT: Cindy Granado, (432) 426-3533
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Black Bear Restaurant, TX HWY 118N Park Rd. 3, Fort Davis, TX 79734
GENERAL DESCRIPTION :
Under the direction of the Assistant Food Service Manager, this position performs highly complex food service work. Responsible for serving food and/or beverages at the Black Bear Restaurant. Responsibilities include greeting and seating guests, taking food orders, placing orders with kitchen, cleaning and setting up tables. Assists with food preparation, dishwashing and other food service-related duties. Provides support as a cashier and is responsible for accuracy and reporting of revenue collected from guests. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
NOTE: This position is authorized to accept gratuities in accordance with Parks and Wildlife Code, Section 11.0262.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education :
High School Diploma or GED
Experience :
Food Service Worker II
Six months experience as a food service worker in a full-service restaurant.
Food Service Worker III
One year experience as a food service worker in a full-service restaurant.
Licensure :
Must possess a valid State driver's license.
Within 30 days of employment obtain Food Handlers Certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of basic restaurant operations including food preparation, inventory of grocery supplies, safe food temperatures and health regulation compliance and serving guests.
Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
Skill in serving food/beverages to restaurant customers in a timely and orderly manner.
Ability to take food/beverage orders from customers.
Ability to convey orders to kitchen and deliver food/beverages to customers as ordered.
Ability to use wait staff Preset Posting Machine.
Ability to accurately handle cash and account for all revenue collected.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.
Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 30 lbs.
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS :
Required to work 40 hours per week, includes flexible/various schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
Required to adjust to changing schedules and work split shifts.
Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 30 lbs.
This position is authorized to accept gratuities in accordance with Parks and Wildlife Code, Section 11.0262.
May be required to operate a State vehicle.
Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WATCH OUR VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS
Closing Date: Apr 2, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Texas Parks and Wildlife
(512) 389-4545
We are TPWD
Providing outdoor recreational opportunities, managing and protecting fish and wildlife habitat, and managing parklands and historic areas
Divisions & Positions
Our skilled workforce operates within 13 divisions at 200 locations across Texas.
Mission
To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
Philosophy
In fulfilling our mission, we will: Be a recognized national leader in implementing effective natural resources conservation and outdoor recreational programs; Serve the state of Texas, its citizens, and our employees with the highest standards of service, professionalism, fairness, courtesy, and respect; Rely on the best available science to guide our conservation decisions; Responsibly manage agency finances and appropriations to ensure the most efficient and effective use of tax-payer and user fee resources; Attract and retain the best, brightest, and most talented workforce to successfully execute our mission.
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