Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $23.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Job Description
The Nutrition and Food Service department at the Veteran Affairs Medical Center is dedicated to delivering high-quality meals and comprehensive nutritional care to our nation’s Veterans. The department plays a crucial role in supporting the health and wellbeing of Veterans admitted to our Medical Center by ensuring they receive nutritious, appetizing meals tailored to their dietary needs. Our team is committed to upholding the highest standards in food safety, preparation, and service, all within a supportive and professional environment that honors the service and sacrifice of our Veterans.
Working within this esteemed Medical Center, the Nutrition and Food Service departme... Show More
Working within this esteemed Medical Center, the Nutrition and Food Service departme... Show More
Job Requirements
- Meet all position requirements within 30 days of closing date
- work without more than normal supervision
- provide detailed descriptions of relevant training or experience on resume
- experience can include paid, unpaid, or volunteer work
- physical ability to perform work in hot, cold, and noisy kitchen environments
- comply with required dress code including proper hair covering and clean uniform
- wear disposable gloves when handling food and use proper protective equipment for cleaning
- willingness to work in patient care settings with potential exposure to contagious diseases and aggressive behavior
- ability to handle kitchen hazards such as cuts, bruises, strains, burns, and falls
Job Qualifications
- Evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the duties of the position
- ability to prepare and cook a variety of menu items
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to operate and maintain kitchen production equipment
- capability to follow detailed recipes and portion controls
- effective communication skills to work in a team
- capacity to work with minimal supervision
Job Duties
- Prepare and cook a variety of menu items such as regular and special diet entrees and desserts
- roast, broil, bake, fry, boil, steam, and stew meats, fish, and poultry
- maintain proper temperatures for all foods to ensure optimum quality and food safety
- measure and weigh portions and ingredients according to standardized recipes or diets
- assemble, operate, and clean and sanitize production equipment
- follow safety and sanitation guidelines in all food preparation and kitchen activities
- work collaboratively with other cooks, food service workers, and supervisors under minimal supervision
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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