Cafeteria Food Service Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs invites applications for a Food Service Worker to support the Nutrition & Food Service program.

The role involves preparing, serving, and delivering meals to Veterans and customers while maintaining sanitary and safe operations in the cafeteria and kitchen. Responsibilities include setting up lines, serving cafeteria-style portions, cleaning after meals, delivering trays, and assisting in various kitchen tasks.

Qualifications

• To qualify, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date and show evidence of training or experience.
• Volunteer work and varied experiences are credited and considered in evaluation.
• Full year of work is generally 35-40 hours per week; part-time experience is credited proportionally.

Responsibilities

• Set up cafeteria lines, steam tables, dining room tables, and service stands with hot and cold items.
• Serve food cafeteria style by placing uniform portions on plates.
• Break down and clean assigned areas after meals and return food to the kitchen.
• Set up dining tables, replenish items, and service beverages as needed.
• Return soiled trays and dishes to the dish room after meals.
• Deliver meal trays to patients' bedsides.
• Brew coffee according to servings required.
• Assemble and toss fresh fruit or salads in quantity with dressing and portions.
• Portion other food items into standard serving sizes with proper utensils.
• Prepare cold sandwiches and pack box lunches.
• Work in kitchen areas such as food prep, dishwashing, storage, and serving line.
• Typical work schedule: 6AM-2:30PM or 11AM-7:30PM; wage grade 2; physical requirements described.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs invites applications for a Food Service Worker to support the Nutrition & Food Service program.

The role involves preparing, serving, and delivering meals to Veterans and customers while maintaining sanitary and safe operations in the cafeteria and kitchen. Responsibilities include setting up lines, serving cafeteria-style portions, cleaning after meals, delivering trays, and assisting in various kitchen tasks.