Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.78 - $20.75
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United States, dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care to America's veterans. As a part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, VHA delivers high-quality healthcare services through a nationwide network of hospitals, clinics, and specialized care facilities. The administration aims to improve the health and well-being of veterans by offering innovative medical treatments, promoting health education, and supporting veteran communities. The VHA is committed to modernizing its operations to better serve its diverse workforce and meet the changing needs of both staff and veterans alike. This commitment... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- suitability for federal employment determined by background investigation
- pre-placement medical examination required
- selective service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
- completion of online onboarding and submission of acceptable identification
- completion of all application requirements including submitting a detailed resume
- willingness to serve a one-year probationary period
- physical ability to perform light to moderate work including standing, walking, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and lifting objects up to 20 pounds unassisted and occasionally over 40 pounds with assistance
- work schedule availability Monday-Sunday with rotating weekends
- compliance with annual influenza vaccination or approved exemption
- commitment to public service and federal employment ideals
- ability to use the USAJOBS system for application submission
Job Qualifications
- Previous cooking experience preferred
- ServSafe Manager Certification preferred
- ability to follow directions
- dexterity and safety awareness
- ability to handle weights and loads
- reliability and dependability
- aptitude for food service work
- good work practices
- evidence of training or experience demonstrating ability to perform food service duties
Job Duties
- Cleans serving areas by sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces, and cleaning food service equipment such as refrigerators, toaster, and coffee machines
- cleans production equipment including steam jacketed kettles and tilt skillets using safe sanitation techniques
- loads and operates dishwashers and cart washing stations
- performs necessary preventative maintenance on kitchen equipment
- transports tray carts to wards and delivers trays directly to patients at bedside or assists patients with meal tray transport
- sets up serving areas with hot and cold foods, keeping food appropriately stocked during meal service
- identifies discrepancies between prescribed diets or food allergies and items on tray tickets
- assembles items in cold food preparation and nourishment areas
- makes cold sandwiches using prepared ingredients
- performs other duties as assigned
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Experience
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