Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $23.16 - $27.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
federal holidays

Job Description

The Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio, is a vital healthcare establishment dedicated to providing exceptional medical and support services to veterans. As part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the Dayton Medical Center plays a crucial role in honoring America's veterans by delivering compassionate, high-quality care that enhances their health and well-being. The center operates within a Whole Health System of care, which emphasizes personalized health plans, healing relationships, and strong community connections to empower veterans throughout their healthcare journey. This approach reflects the broader mission of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) to improve the quality of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship
  • suitable for federal employment determined by a background investigation
  • pass urinalysis screening for illegal drug use
  • selective service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • complete online onboarding process
  • serve a 1-year probationary period
  • comply with seasonal influenza vaccination program or obtain exemption
  • able to stand continuously, walk, frequent bending, lifting up to 40 lbs unassisted
  • manipulate heavy objects with assistance
  • manual dexterity to operate equipment and handle sharp knives safely
  • able to concentrate and react quickly
  • complete all application requirements by the closing date

Job Qualifications

  • Evidence of training or experience sufficient to perform the work
  • knowledge of dexterity and safety
  • ability to interpret instructions and specifications other than blueprint reading
  • knowledge of materials and technical practices
  • ability to use and maintain tools and equipment without more than normal supervision
  • understanding of proper work practices
  • experience includes paid, unpaid and volunteer work
  • ability to work under minimal supervision
  • manual dexterity
  • ability to follow sanitary food handling and safety procedures

Job Duties

  • Prepares and cooks meals that require little or no processing such as hot cereals, concentrated or dehydrated soups, sauces, and gravies
  • 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
  • prepares fresh, canned, and frozen vegetables
  • bakes frozen potatoes, pre-made cookie dough, and muffin batters
  • prepares and heats convenience items such as frozen hash browns, fish fillets, and chicken nuggets
  • prepares purred 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
  • 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 dish machine
  • performs other related duties

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

Job Location