Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $36.55 - $42.62
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Paid holidays
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
The John D Dingell Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Detroit, MI, is a prominent healthcare facility dedicated to serving the unique needs of veterans in the region, including Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. This center operates under the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and embraces a Whole Health System of care. This approach empowers veterans to take control of their health and well-being, fostering healing relationships, healing environments, and community connections. The facility is committed to honoring America's veterans by providing exceptional healthcare services aimed at improving their overall health outcomes and quality of life. As a well-established federal healthcare... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- Suitable for Federal employment as determined by background check
- Passes urinalysis for illegal drug use
- Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
- Complete online onboarding and provide acceptable identification
- Fulfill all application requirements including submission of resume and supporting documents
- Willingness to serve a 1-year probationary period
- Ability to perform physical work including lifting up to 40 pounds and working in hot, humid conditions
- Availability to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays
- Commitment to federal standards including influenza vaccination or exemption
- Compliance with Veterans Affairs policies and procedures
Job Qualifications
- Evidence of training or experience sufficient to perform the duties
- Ability to lead or supervise
- Knowledge of work practices including maintaining cleanliness and order
- Ability to interpret instructions and specifications other than blueprints
- Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
- Knowledge of food service materials
- Ability to operate with dexterity and safety
- Experience preparing performance evaluations and managing employee attendance
- Familiarity with sanitation regulations and food safety standards
- Effective communication and organizational skills
- Capable of managing emergency situations and adjusting workflows
Job Duties
- Supervises all areas of food production and service including food preparation, nourishment, tray delivery and retrieval
- Makes rounds on patient wards and takes corrective action for food service problems
- Receives and inspects deliveries and requisitions supplies
- Ensures efficient sanitation in Nutrition and Food Service
- Conducts menu conferences and completes scheduling and reporting
- Monitors and supervises employee performance and attendance
- Provides guidance and adjusts assignments to ensure work completion
- Operates within established VA and hospital policies and procedures
- Ensures availability of food supply items for meal service
- Establishes priorities for daily operations including emergencies
- Instructs subordinates on work operations and quality standards
- Changes work plans and methods to reduce costs and improve efficiency
- Provides training in equipment maintenance and sanitation procedures
- Maintains inventory and conducts quality assurance and sanitation reviews
- Supervises tray assembly operation and coordinates with multidisciplinary teams
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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