Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $28.25 - $32.96
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
federal holidays
Job Description
The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center located in Shreveport, Louisiana, is a federally operated healthcare facility dedicated to providing quality medical care to veterans and their families. The center offers a wide range of services including primary care, specialty medical services, surgical care, mental health treatment, and supportive services aligned with the needs of the veteran community. As part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, the medical center is committed to delivering compassionate, veteran-centered care and continuously improving the quality and efficiency of its services to meet today’s healthcare standards.
This opportunity is for the position of Food Service Work... Show More
This opportunity is for the position of Food Service Work... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- Suitable for Federal employment as determined by background investigation
- Selective Services Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
- Completion of online onboarding process with acceptable identification
- Compliance with all application requirements
- Pre-employment physical may be required
- Willingness to serve a 1-year probationary period
- Ability to perform heavy work
- Ability to work in kitchen environment with exposure to high temperatures, steam, noise, and potential hazards
- Ability to lift or move objects up to 40 pounds
- Commitment to VA Core Values of integrity, commitment, advocacy, respect, and excellence
Job Qualifications
- Evidence of training or experience demonstrating ability to do the work of this position
- Ability to lead or supervise
- Dexterity and safety skills
- Ability to interpret instructions and specifications other than blueprint reading
- Knowledge of materials and technical practices
- Skill in using and maintaining tools and equipment
- Adherence to work practices
- Experience may include paid and unpaid volunteer work providing relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities
Job Duties
- Supervises all areas of food production and service including food preparation, nourishment, tray delivery and retrieval
- Takes corrective action for any problems that might arise on the floors pertaining to food service
- Receives and inspects deliveries and requisitions all supplies needed in all food service areas
- Prepares performance ratings/competencies for all employees under their direct supervision
- Discusses work performance and problems with employees, monitors tardiness and attendance, provides guidance and makes necessary adjustments in assignments when necessary
- Carries out the responsibilities of the position within general instructions, standard procedures and established policies
- Ensures subordinates complete the tasks to which they are assigned and explains work requirements to meet food service schedules
- Establishes priorities for daily operations in the event of emergency situations
- defines the standards of quality and quantity to be met
- Serves as a member of the in-service training team by providing individual and/or group instruction for employees
- Provides guidance and assistance for lower grade employees in making decision when assembling patient trays and utilizing correct foods to be served on modified diets
- Maintains inventory of food service supplies and equipment
- Conducts quality assurance monitors and sanitation reviews
- Supervises the delivery and retrieval of patient trays which includes interacting with members of the multidisciplinary team
- Performs other related duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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