Cook

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Cook (PD08004A) to prepare nutritious meals for Veterans. Responsibilities include rotating 6‑week schedules, working with heavy equipment, and maintaining high food safety standards in a busy kitchen.

Position supports the Nutrition and Food Service Department at the VA Medical Center. The role requires physical stamina, manual dexterity, and attention to detail to ensure quality meals for Veterans.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted and more with assistance
• Manual dexterity to operate equipment and safely handle sharp knives
• Eye-hand coordination and ability to concentrate to serve food and operate equipment

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, high-quality meals in the Nutrition and Food Service Department at the VA Medical Center in Atlanta, GA.
• Operate heavy equipment and heavy carts safely; assist with ongoing kitchen operations.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards in a fast-paced food service environment.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This position is located within the Nutrition and Food Service Department at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Atlanta, GA. They are responsible for the preparation of nutritious, high-quality meals to support the health and well-being of the Veterans we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Rotating 6 week schedule. Schedule includes holidays. Schedule subject to change depending on agency needs. Position Description Title/PD#: Cook/PD08004A Physical Requirements: Subject to continuous standing, walking, frequent bending, reaching, pushing,and pulling. Lifts or moves objects weighing up to 40 lbs. unassisted and occasionally lifts or moves objects weighing more than 40 lbs. with assistance of a lifting device or other workers.

Manipulates cumbersome, heavy objects, such as washing stainless steel mixing bowls, pushing heavy carts on casters or operating heavy equipment. Possesses manual dexterity to operate equipment and to handle sharp knives and blades safely. Utilizes eye-hand coordination and the ability to concentrate and react quickly to serve food and operating equipment.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $21.83 - $25.44/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-06.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.