Food Service Worker

The Central Virginia VA Health Care System, located in Richmond, VA, is a premier government healthcare institution dedicated to providing exceptional care to veterans in the region. As a key part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the facility upholds the highest standards of service, ensuring that veterans receive comprehensive medical and support services tailored to their unique needs. The Center emphasizes a commitment to the health, comfort, and well-being of those who have served our country. Working at this established government agency not only offers the fulfilling opportunity to contribute to the veteran community but also provides a stable, permanent employment setting within the federal system.

This specific role involves serving as a Wage Grade 2 Food Service Worker, an essential position within the food service department responsible for maintaining smooth and efficient food operations. Food Service Workers at this grade perform tasks that require careful attention to sequential work operations such as setting up cafeteria lines, portioning cold and hot foods, and cleaning assigned work areas. The role demands adherence to prescribed procedures, ensuring that food service is orderly, hygienic, and timely. Duties include preparing and serving meals cafeteria style, delivering trays to patients’ bedsides, brewing coffee, assembling salads, and managing dish room operations. These workers frequently engage in a variety of kitchen functions, including food preparation, dishwashing, and inventory management, demonstrating versatility in different operational areas.

Candidates will work full time, typically from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., five days per week, including weekends and holidays, reflecting the critical need for continuous support in food service areas within healthcare settings. Compensation ranges from $17.89 to $20.88 per hour based on qualifications and experience, with opportunities to grow skills within this entry-level role. Physical stamina is a requirement, as employees undertake tasks such as moving heavy garbage cans, operating kitchen equipment, and performing heavy-duty cleaning. The agency provides a secure and respectful workplace emphasizing safety, reliability, and teamwork as core values.

This position is open to the public, including U.S. citizens, nationals, and those owing allegiance to the United States. Federal employees displaced from previous positions may also apply with priority under career transition assistance programs. Applicants undergo a thorough background check and must comply with selective service registration if applicable. Since this is a federal job, there is a probationary period of one year during which employees are assessed for performance and conduct. Additional mandates include participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program for all healthcare personnel unless granted exemptions for medical or religious reasons.

Joining the Central Virginia VA Health Care System as a Food Service Worker offers the chance to support quality patient care through excellent food services in a vital government role. Employees benefit from structured training, engagement with diverse tasks in the food service environment, and being part of a team committed to the well-being of veterans. This role is ideal for candidates seeking a structured work environment with meaningful impact, government benefits, and a steady, full-time schedule.