Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.25 - $25.92
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Washington DC is a vital healthcare institution dedicated to serving the nation's veterans. As part of the broader Department of Veterans Affairs, the Medical Center provides comprehensive medical services to veterans, emphasizing compassionate care tailored to the unique health needs of this population. The Nutrition and Food Service department plays a crucial role within the Medical Center, responsible for supplying nutritious, high-quality meals that promote health and recovery for veteran patients. This department ensures that dietary needs are met with precision and care, supporting the overall wellness goals of the Medical Center.\n\nThe role of... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- Suitable for Federal employment determined by a background investigation
- Pass urinalysis drug screening prior to appointment
- Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
- Complete online onboarding process with acceptable identification
- Complete all application requirements as detailed
- Commitment to serving the public interest during a 1-year probationary period
- Ability to perform physical demands including standing, walking, lifting up to 20 pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance
- Availability to work full-time schedule including weekends and holidays
- Adherence to Whole Health principles and VA policies
- Compliance with seasonal influenza vaccination program or exemption
- Adherence to Fair Chance to Compete Act regarding criminal history
- Ability to submit a resume that clearly lists relevant experience and qualifications
Job Qualifications
- Evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of ability to do the work of this position
- Knowledge of dexterity and safety in food preparation
- Ability to interpret instructions and specifications other than blueprint reading
- Knowledge of materials used in food service
- Understanding of technical practices related to cooking and food service
- Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
- Capacity to work without more than normal supervision
- Knowledge of work practices in a food service environment
Job Duties
- Sets up and breaks down assigned station with the correct supplies and food items
- Portions food items into standard serving sizes using the proper utensils and specified dishware
- Selects and places correct items on patient trays
- Decides what food items to serve for the most common diets
- Identifies obvious discrepancies between the prescribed diets and the food items designated by the menu
- Sets up dining room tables for service, place food and beverages on tables, and replenish items as necessary
- Delivers meal trays to the patients' bedsides, reporting the patients' comments and complaints to the supervisor or dietitian
- Provides assistance to cooks in the food preparation area, such as weigh, measure and assemble ingredients according to standardized recipes
- Prepares fresh fruit/cold salads/dressings/sandwich fillings and cold sandwiches and simple cold desserts
- Reads and interprets regular or modified menus, individual diet cards, tray tickets or patient selections
- Performs heavy-duty cleaning tasks throughout the food service and related areas
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Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
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