Caterer

About the position: This position is located at the La Bella Vista Club (Area F). This is a NAF (Non-Appropriated Fund) position assigned to the 31st Force Support Squadron at Aviano AB, Italy. Scheduled tour of duty will require evenings, weekends, and holiday work hours.

Major duties

Responsible for all arrangements for catering activities requiring food and beverage service catered by the club. Analyzes the requirements of the occasion and decides on suitable types of services to be provided; discusses menu and beverage items and prices to be charged. Provides catering service for member's functions held outside the club as authorized by policy, regulations and guidelines. Transmits information to chef or head cook and other personnel concerned with party activities. Inspects final arrangements for the party to ensure that all contractual arrangements are met insofar as the club is concerned. Maintains the party reservation book and party contracts. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13075749

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 10/02/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens or NATO country citizens with a valid US permanent resident card and Social Security Number. In accordance with the Status of Forces agreement between Italy and the US, you must be at Aviano AB on orders and be a US citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a US permanent resident card. Italian citizens may not apply for US NAF positions; however, may be eligible for local national positions on base. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas. Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country. The 31ST Force Support Squadron is not currently providing logistical support. Applicants must provide proper documentation indicating they are already a supported member of Aviano AB. Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Experience which demonstrates the ability to plan and organize social functions for large groups of people Experience scheduling special events and arranging for catering services. Responsibility for supervising or overseeing the food preparation or facility layout for group social functions; organizing activities which require coordination of numerous tasks involving cooperation from several sources of services or personnel. Experience that provides knowledge of formal protocol for high-ranking dignitaries. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.