Food Service Worker

VA Detroit; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Food Service Worker in Batavia, NY. This role supports food service operations for Veterans, involving food preparation, serving, and sanitation tasks. Ideal candidates must be U.S. citizens and demonstrate relevant experience. Shifts vary and include weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience demonstrating ability to perform duties is required.

Responsibilities

• Setting up stations with supplies and food items.
• Serving food cafeteria style and replenishing items.
• Cleaning and breaking down stations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation

Computer Skills

Job description

Join to apply for the Food Service Worker role at VA Detroit.

This position is within the Nutrition & Food Service unit at the VA Medical Center in Batavia. The primary purpose is to support food service operations for Veterans, including food preparation, dishwashing, storage, and serving areas.

Responsibilities

This role requires proficiency in various procedures such as food and beverage preparation, modified diets, safety, sanitation, and computer skills. Major duties include:

• Setting up stations with supplies and food items.
• Serving food cafeteria style and replenishing items.
• Cleaning and breaking down stations.
• Preparing beverages, cold salads, sandwiches, and desserts.
• Assisting in food prep, operating equipment, and portioning food.
• Delivering trays, interpreting menus, and ensuring diet accuracy.
• Performing cleaning tasks and managing food waste and storage.

Work Schedule

Shifts include 6am-2:30pm, 7am-3:30pm, and 10:30am-7pm, including weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements

Work involves exposure to heat, hot liquids, sharp blades, and temperature changes, requiring light to moderate physical effort, including lifting up to 20 pounds regularly and over 40 pounds with assistance.

Requirements

• U.S. citizen
• Background check and drug testing may be required
• Complete application package (resume, transcripts, etc.)

Qualifications

Experience demonstrating ability to perform duties is required. No specific training length is mandated. Applicants are rated based on the OPM standards and must meet the minimum qualifications by the closing date.

Additional Information

Includes details on employment conditions, benefits, veteran's preference, and application procedures. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is mandatory for health care personnel.