Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Central Alabama VA Medical Center, located in Tuskegee, AL, is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to Veterans. This facility includes a Nutrition and Food Service department that plays a critical role in ensuring the well-being of Veteran patients by delivering nutritious and carefully prepared meals. As part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Medical Center is committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of Veterans in the region. The Nutrition and Food Services team is responsible for meal preparation that accommodates various dietary needs, ensuring every Veteran receives high-quality nutrition that supports... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
- selective services registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
- completion of online onboarding and presentation of acceptable identification
- willingness to serve a 1-year probationary period
- ability to perform continuous standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling
- capable of lifting up to 40 lbs unassisted and heavier with assistance
- commitment to following health and safety standards including influenza vaccination or exemption
- compliance with federal employment rules and regulations
Job Qualifications
- Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision
- evidence of training or experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties
- experience in preparing meals including regular and therapeutic diets
- strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- manual dexterity and ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
- ability to follow recipes and menus accurately
- physical ability to lift and move heavy objects
- ability to plan and coordinate cooking processes
Job Duties
- Independently prepares and cooks a variety of items including regular and therapeutic diet entrees and dessert items
- follows menus, production sheets, and recipes to prepare items in the quantity needed
- grills eggs, meat patties, pancakes, French toast
- broils meats
- makes cold sandwich fillings and assembles a variety of sandwiches
- uses a variety of methods to prepare meats, fish, and poultry including broiling, roasting, baking, frying, boiling, steaming, stewing, braising, and grilling
- slices meat items by hand, confirming to specific size requirements or weight specifications
- prepares fresh, canned, and frozen vegetables
- bakes frozen potatoes, pre-made cookie dough, and muffin batters
- prepares and heats convenience items
- prepares pureed foods and adjusts consistency with thickeners
- washes, peels, and cuts fruits and vegetables
- assembles and mixes salad ingredients and dessert items, including gelatin molds and fruit crisps
- plans cooking processes to produce meals on time and at the proper temperature
- makes a variety of desserts such as cobblers, brownies, cookies, and pastries
- weighs, measures, and assembles ingredients for regular and modified diets
- operates a variety of kitchen equipment and follows appropriate safety procedures
- follows sanitary food handling procedures
- disassembles and reassembles equipment for cleaning
- cleans and sanitizes work areas, and performs deep cleaning tasks when needed
- operates industrial dish machine
- performs other related duties
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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