Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.86 - $26.66
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
federal holidays
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Long Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center is a vital healthcare institution dedicated to serving the needs of U.S. veterans. Situated in Long Beach, California, this facility offers a wide range of medical and supportive services tailored to enhance the health, wellness, and quality of life for veterans. As a part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the Medical Center operates with a commitment to provide high-quality care and support, honoring the service and sacrifices made by veterans. This establishment strives to create a compassionate environment for both patients and employees, reflecting the highest standards of professionalism and dedication... Show More
Job Requirements
- You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
- Subject to a background/suitability investigation
- Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
- May serve a probationary period
- Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
- A complete application package including resume, transcripts, etc.
- Selected applicants must complete an online onboarding process
- Committed to improving Federal government efficiency and upholding U.S. Constitution
- Physical ability to perform duties involving continuous standing, walking, lifting, and heavy cleaning
- Must adhere to Department of Veterans Affairs seasonal influenza vaccination policy
- Must comply with federal employment guidelines such as Fair Chance Act and Merit Hiring Plan
- Must submit all required documentation by closing date
- Eligible for federal employee benefits based on position type
- Participates in suitability/fitness trust determination process
Job Qualifications
- A specific length of training and experience is not required but must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the duties
- Must demonstrate knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties as supported by detailed resume descriptions
- Applicants will be rated according to OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards
- Must meet screen-out elements including dexterity and safety, interpret instructions and specifications, materials, technical practices, use and maintain tools and equipment, work under normal supervision, and work practices
- Experience includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work with relevant skills
- No educational qualifications required
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
- Performing other duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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