Food Service Specialist: Tray Prep & Dishroom Crew

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Wage Grade 2 Food Service Worker. The role involves following established procedures in a sequence of tasks such as working in the dish room, passing trays, portioning cold foods, and dipping hot foods.

Applicants must meet the announced qualifications by the closing date of 11/10/2026. Training or experience need not be extensive, but must demonstrate the ability to perform duties and be supported by detailed resume descriptions.

Qualifications

• A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position.
• Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.
• Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours per week; part-time experience credited accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Work tasks follow set procedures in a sequence of operations (e.g., dish room, passing trays, portioning cold foods, dipping hot foods).
• Perform duties in kitchen areas with exposure to heat, humidity, and various hazards.
• Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards in a fast-paced food service environment.

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Wage Grade 2 Food Service Worker. The role involves following established procedures in a sequence of tasks such as working in the dish room, passing trays, portioning cold foods, and dipping hot foods.

Applicants must meet the announced qualifications by the closing date of 11/10/2026. Training or experience need not be extensive, but must demonstrate the ability to perform duties and be supported by detailed resume descriptions.