TPWD - Food Service Worker I (Wait Staff - Fluctuating Hours)
Texas Parks and Wildlife Fort Davis, Texas, United States
- Location: Fort Davis, Texas, United States
- Categories: Nutrition and Food Services
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jan 22, 2026
Job Description:
TPWD - Food Service Worker I (Wait Staff - Fluctuating Hours)
Description
TPWD MISSIONTo 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.
EXCELLENT 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 on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include
Job Title
Dates of employment (month/year)
Hours worked per week
Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
Description of duties performed
Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences 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.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) 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.
Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Work In Texas (WIT) Applications : WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit .
IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.
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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
Food Service Worker I-III
Space Force
No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
*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.
HIRING CONTACT: Ronda Shrum, (432) 426-3254, Email: ronda.shrum@tpwd.texas.gov
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Black Bear Restaurant, Hwy 118 North Park Rd 3, Fort Davis Texas 79734
GENERAL DESCRIPTION :
Under the direction of the Assistant Restaurant Manager, this position performs entry-level food service work and is responsible for serving food and/or beverages at Indian Lodge. 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. May be required to assist in other areas such as general housekeeping and/or custodial duties and may include work at Balmorhea or Davis Mountains State Park. Works under close supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.
NOTE: Position may fluctuate between full-time/part-time hours based on operational needs.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education :
Completion of 8th grade.
Experience :
None required.
Licensure :
Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Experience :
Six months experience as a food service worker in a food service operation such as a restaurant, cafeteria, camp, or resort/retreat, etc.
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-(SP) schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
This position will fluctuate between part-time and full-time status throughout the term of employment. Changing from part-time to full-time and vice versa may impact the amount of leave accrued, eligibility for longevity pay, and health insurance rates.
Required to adjust to changing schedules and work split shifts.
Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 30 lbs.
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
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Closing Date: Feb 11, 2026, 11:59:00 PM