Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $34.54 - $40.30
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
federal holidays
employee wellness program
Job Description
The Lexington VA Health Care System, located in Lexington, Kentucky, is a distinguished federal health care provider dedicated to serving the needs of veterans. Known for its high-quality medical services, the facility has been nationally recognized, ranking sixth in quality and earning distinction as a "Best Place to Work" in Kentucky by Forbes. The Lexington VA HCS is committed to creating a supportive work environment that values employee contributions and upholds the ideals of public service. This federal institution provides a comprehensive range of health care services tailored specifically for veterans, and it operates with a strong emphasis on safety,... Show More
Job Requirements
- u.s. citizenship
- suitable for federal employment as determined by background investigation
- pass a urinalysis test for illegal drug use prior to appointment
- selective services registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
- complete online onboarding process including acceptable forms of identification
- serve a 1-year probationary period
- meet experience requirements demonstrating ability to perform the work
- no education substitution allowed
- comply with influenza vaccination requirement or obtain exemption
- ability to work full-time, rotating shifts including weekends and holidays
- physical ability to perform duties including lifting up to 40 lbs. unassisted
- wear proper hair covering and clean uniform
- use disposable gloves when handling food
- adhere to safety and sanitary regulations in kitchen and food service areas
Job Qualifications
- demonstrated experience or training sufficient to perform cook supervisor duties
- knowledge of food service operations and dietary standards
- ability to lead and supervise a diverse team
- experience in budget management and resource allocation
- ability to train staff and provide technical guidance
- problem-solving skills to investigate operational issues
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to comply with workplace safety and sanitation standards
- customer service orientation towards veterans
- physical ability to perform strenuous kitchen work
Job Duties
- Coordinate and direct the operation of the Food Service and Production areas using standards, procedures, diet manuals, modified menus, and production sheets
- establish deadlines, priorities, and work sequences based on general work schedules, methods, and policies
- coordinate work with supporting or related work functions controlled by other supervisors
- use resources to operate within a planned financial budget
- share managerial responsibility for the supervision of labor, allocation of subsistence and supplies, and all other resources required to accomplish quality Veteran centered meal services
- participate in meetings and discussions regarding planning of work schedules, budget requests, staffing needs, estimates, and recommendations
- prepare performance requirements and work schedules in accordance with established policies and procedures
- provide technical direction and training when scheduling work operations with complex steps and processes
- investigate work-related issues such as excessive costs or low productivity and determine causes
- perform as first-level supervisor over Cooks WG-7404-04, WG-7404-06, and WG-7404-08
- perform other related duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
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