Cafeteria Food Service Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Montrose (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the VA Medical Center in Montrose, NY is hiring a Food Service Worker. You will operate in several kitchen areas, including food preparation, dishwashing, storage, and serving, handling portions, tray delivery, and basic cooking support according to standardized recipes.

Will require standing, walking, lifting up to 40 pounds with help, and performing routine cleaning and sanitation tasks. Shift options include 6:00am–2:30pm or 10:30am–7:00pm.

Qualifications

• Experience or training showing ability to perform the duties; no fixed length required.
• Evidence must be supported by detailed resume descriptions.
• Applicants will be rated using the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up station with supplies and food items; serve cafeteria-style portions.
• Deliver meal trays to patients' bedsides and report feedback to supervisor or dietitian.
• Prepare beverages and simple cold foods per standardized recipes.
• Operate, clean and sanitize all food service equipment and work areas.
• Perform heavy-duty cleaning and separate waste from dishes and silverware.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the VA Medical Center in Montrose, NY is hiring a Food Service Worker. You will operate in several kitchen areas, including food preparation, dishwashing, storage, and serving, handling portions, tray delivery, and basic cooking support according to standardized recipes.

Will require standing, walking, lifting up to 40 pounds with help, and performing routine cleaning and sanitation tasks. Shift options include 6:00am–2:30pm or 10:30am–7:00pm.