BUSINESS OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (FOOD AND BEVERAGE)

Summary This is a NAF Career Program position assigned to Kelly AFB, TX. This is a regular full-time category position with guaranteed 40 hrs. per week. Employees appointed to a regular category position are eligible for benefits. Learn more about this agency Duties The purpose of this position is to provide functional staff-level program support, policy/guidance clarification, field operating and corporate expertise for food production, quality assurance, financial management, and inventory control support to worldwide Air Force Food & Beverage operations. Assists in developing food and beverage concepts, programs, menu items, and menus in support AF Food and Beverage operations. Collect and analyze installation level operations data to determine compliance with applicable regulations, directives, procedures and policies. Identifies, analyzes, and evaluates actual and/or potential problem areas within AF Food & Beverage activities. Provides recommendations to the Chief, APF Food & Beverage on program management reports and valid data collection required to keep the program within budget parameters. Establishes metrics and analysis systems to evaluate effectiveness of food operations and ensure data collections are timely and reviewed at critical points. Analyzes complex problems discovered in operational and financial information and presents alternative methods for use in planning effective programs and improve programming decisions. Conducts implementation, initial opening training, grand opening, and follow-on assistance for new Food and Beverage operations. Trains managers, supervisors, cooks, and food service workers on all aspects of food handling food preparation, food production, sanitation and housekeeping, food cost management, ordering, receiving, storing, and issuing. Conducts Program Management Review Visits to evaluate Food and beverage accounting, kitchen operations, budgeting, funds control, and inventory management principles. Prepares reports on findings and provides administrative guidance and technical advice to commanders and functional program directors. Conducts normal staff duties which include originating and replying to inquiries, reports, or suspense. Develops briefings, point papers, and position statements for installation visits. Coordinates with appropriate staff offices to ensure major areas of concern are covered by planning and programming documents. Performs other duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12965890 Requirements Conditions of employment This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. Must be willing to provide information that you are a U.S. citizen. 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, 05/27/2026 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, and 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 the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in the principles and practices of food and beverage operations to include beverage costs and analysis, internal and inventory controls, and pricing strategy. Experience with food and beverage inventory management and point of sale systems is highly desirable. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service Direct deposit is required Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check A probationary period may be required Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD) Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Review our benefits