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Food Service Worker (Part-Time)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.54 - $22.79
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
federal holidays
Life insurance

Job Description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Boston Healthcare System is a crucial part of the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 1, dedicated to providing high-quality health care services to veterans. Established to support the health and well-being of those who have served in the U.S. military, the VA Boston Healthcare System operates numerous medical facilities, including the West Roxbury VA Medical Center, one of its key locations. This center offers a range of health services encompassing inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care for veterans across the Boston area. The VA Boston Healthcare System is committed to excellence in medical care,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship
  • suitability for federal employment as determined by background investigation
  • selective service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • completion of online onboarding process
  • acceptable form of identification for employment
  • completion of all application requirements
  • ability to perform moderate to heavy physical work including lifting and standing
  • adherence to safety standards related to food service
  • willingness to serve a 1-year probationary period
  • commitment to public service values
  • availability to work part-time schedule as specified
  • completion of immunization requirements including influenza vaccination or exemption

Job Qualifications

  • Evidence of training or experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position
  • ability to follow directions
  • dexterity and safety awareness
  • capability to handle weights and loads
  • reliability and dependability
  • special aptitude for food service work
  • knowledge of work practices related to food service
  • ability to perform duties in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • physical fitness to meet job demands

Job Duties

  • Set up cafeteria lines, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food items
  • serve food cafeteria style by placing uniform portions on customers' or patients' plates
  • break down and clean assigned area when the meal is finished and return food to the kitchen
  • set up dining room tables for service, place food and beverages, and replenish items
  • return soiled trays and dishes to the dish room after meals
  • deliver meal trays to patients' bedsides
  • brew coffee according to required servings
  • assemble and toss fresh fruit or green salads using prepared dressings and portion sizes
  • apportion other food items into standard serving sizes using proper utensils and containers
  • make cold sandwiches and pack box lunches
  • work in kitchen functional areas such as food preparation, dishwashing, storage, receiving, and serving line
  • sort, wash, peel, and cut fresh fruits and vegetables
  • operate and break down equipment
  • perform heavy-duty cleaning tasks in food service areas
  • separate food waste and trash from dishes, glasses, and silverware
  • remove parts for preventive maintenance of dish machines
  • unload delivery trucks
  • store sanitized dishes, glasses, and silverware
  • scrape, soak, scour, and scrub heavy cooking utensils
  • move heavy garbage cans to disposal area
  • perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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