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Food Service Worker Leader

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $25.54 - $29.78
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
federal holidays
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center located in Topeka, KS, is a reputable government healthcare facility dedicated to providing quality medical and support services to veterans. The VA Medical Center focuses on delivering comprehensive healthcare, including specialized patient care and support services, to enhance the well-being of those who have served the United States. As a federal institution, the VA emphasizes a mission-driven environment committed to upholding the ideals of the American republic and ensuring superior public service in alignment with federal policies and guidelines.

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Job Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Suitable for federal employment, determined by background investigation
  • Pre-employment physical required
  • Selective service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Completion of online onboarding process and provision of acceptable identification
  • Compliance with application and appointment conditions including 1-year probationary period
  • Ability to perform light to moderate physical effort including lifting up to 20 pounds regularly and occasionally over 40 pounds with assistance
  • Availability to work variable schedule including weekends and holidays
  • Adherence to federal health mandates and employment policies

Job Qualifications

  • Evidence of training or experience demonstrating the ability to do the work of this position
  • Detailed descriptions of duties and responsibilities in resume
  • Knowledge of dexterity and safety practices
  • Ability to interpret instructions and specifications
  • Experience leading or supervising others
  • Familiarity with materials handling
  • Understanding of technical food service practices
  • Skill in using and maintaining tools and equipment
  • Knowledge of standard work practices
  • Experience includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work

Job Duties

  • Oversee activities in the production and service areas
  • Review daily work assignments and make necessary adjustments
  • Communicate instructions and information to employees about their tasks
  • Report problems or events to supervisors and managers
  • Provide on-the-job training to lower-graded food service workers and document training
  • Complete safety and sanitation inspection checks
  • Ensure food production and service areas are properly set up
  • Perform final checks of trays for appropriate temperature and accuracy as indicated on tray tickets
  • Observe employee performance and provide feedback to supervisors
  • Participate in performance improvement programs and document quality improvement data
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
  • Set up the tray line station with correct supplies and food items
  • Serve food cafeteria style
  • Break down and clean the assigned station after service
  • Set up dining room tables for service
  • Deliver meal trays to patients' bedside and report comments or complaints to a supervisor or dietitian
  • Prepare individual and bulk nourishment and supplemental foods/beverages
  • Determine quantities of ingredients needed
  • Convert measurements between the metric system and the U.S. standard system
  • Perform heavy-duty cleaning tasks throughout food service areas
  • Assist cooks in food preparation areas
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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