Mess Attendant

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Mess Attendant to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities

The Mess Attendant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and readiness of the dining areas and ensuring food service equipment and furnishings are in proper condition to provide a pleasant and efficient dining experience. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Dining Area Preparation:

• Preparing the dining area for patron use in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensuring all food service equipment, tables, and chairs are clean, well-maintained, and properly arranged.
• Cleaning and arranging tables and dining areas to meet presentation and operational standards.
  
  

Table Setting Maintenance:

• Ensuring tablecloths are free of stains, spots, debris, wrinkles, and signs of wear, and are uniform in color and appearance.
• Cleaning and restocking all table containers (e.g., napkin dispensers, salt and pepper shakers, creamer and sugar holders, condiment holders).
• Ensuring condiment and supply holders are clean, operable, adequately stocked, and refrigerated as required to maintain freshness.
  
  

Equipment and Appearance Maintenance:

• Monitoring and maintaining the cleanliness and proper operation of dining area equipment.
• Promptly identifying and reporting damaged or malfunctioning equipment, furniture, or items for repair or replacement as needed.
• Maintaining dining spaces to provide an organized, clean, and welcoming atmosphere for all patrons.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in food service, custodial, hospitality, or related roles.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning methods and the ability to follow established sanitation and presentation standards.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail to ensure dining areas meet cleanliness and readiness requirements.
• Effective communication skills to interact with team members and follow instructions.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Valid country driver’s license.
• Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).
• Previous experience at military or government dining facilities, with an understanding of Navy food service practices.
• Familiarity with food service standards, protocols, and regulations in high-demand dining environments.
  
  

Other Responsibilities

Safety

Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone of our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to this job.