Bartender

What you would do

• Mix and serve a limited variety of alcoholic drinks using premix and garnish
• Take payment, operate the cash register, and make change for patrons
• Set up the bar, get the cash bank, and keep the work area clean
• Wash bar equipment, glassware, and utensils, and stock service bars
• Follow sanitation procedures and prepare cash accountability paperwork when required

Do you qualify for NA-3?

With experience: Your resume must show experience and skill mixing and serving drinks, including correct mixes for drinks ordered by name and recognizing intoxicated or unruly patrons. The pay grade is NA 3, a nonappropriated fund scale. The announcement does not state a number of years of experience.

With education: This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Licenses and certifications you need:

• Valid State driver's license (required to operate motor vehicles)

How to apply well

What to send:

• Resume, limited to two pages, in Times New Roman 10-point font or larger, with margins of at least one inch
• Name and contact information for at least three professional references, included in the resume
• Full address and to and from dates for non-government jobs; pay plan, series, grade, and dates for government jobs
• Occupational questionnaire, completed as part of the application
• Proof of education, if required for the position
• Proof of certification, if required for the position
• If claiming Reemployment Priority: BBA separation notice indicating eligibility
• If claiming Military Spouse Preference: sponsor's PCS orders and proof of marriage if not listed on the orders
• If claiming Veterans' Preference: DD-214, SF-15 from the VA, and supporting documents
• If you are a current federal employee: most recent SF-50 or PAR and last three evaluations

How you will be rated: You rate yourself on an occupational questionnaire, and your resume must support those answers. If you rate yourself higher than your resume shows, or your resume lacks information, you may be rated lower or found ineligible. The best qualified applicants are referred to the hiring manager, who may hold interviews.

Tips for this job:

• Show your bar experience with dates, duties, and total hours per week for each job in your resume
• Include full addresses and to and from dates for every non-government job you list
• Submit your resume and questionnaire through USAJOBS by 11:59 PM Eastern on 11/08/2026

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Intermittent, 0 to 40 hours per week, on a flexible schedule based on mission needs and your availability. Shifts are not stated.

Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses are not paid. The announcement says flex employees do not get benefits, but if you average 30 hours a week you are eligible for medical benefits. Other perks include discounts, Navy Exchange shopping, and a free employee assistance program.

Conditions of employment:

• Federal suitability requirements and background investigation using fingerprints
• Favorable background is required, or the job offer may be withdrawn
• E-Verify employment verification check must be passed
• Personal Identity Verification, using two forms of ID from Form I-9
• Social Security card is required
• REAL ID or passport will be required for employment
• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Must be at least 18 years old to serve mixed drinks
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations
• May be required to complete a probationary period
• Direct deposit of pay is required
• Works indoors; frequent lifting of 5 to 15 pounds and pushing or pulling 10 to 20 pounds
• Work may cause cuts, bruises, and chapped hands

Job details

Salary

$19.00 per hour

Pay scale and grade

NA-3 · Nonappropriated fund (trades)

Location

Kingsville, Texas

Appointment

Permanent

Work schedule

Intermittent

Service

Competitive

Openings

1

Security clearance

Other

Travel

Not required

Drug test

Not required

Supervisory

No

Occupation

Bartending (7405)

Announcement

KV27-13099866