Food Service Worker

VA Detroit; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center in Dayton is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist in various kitchen tasks, including food preparation and serving. The role involves both physical labor and customer service, ensuring a high standard of food service. Applicants should be prepared for a dynamic work environment with rotating shifts. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of veterans through quality food service.

Qualifications

• Relevant training or experience required.
• Volunteer experience is credited.

Responsibilities

• Set up cafeteria lines and serve food cafeteria style.
• Clean and break down areas after meals.
• Deliver meal trays to patients' bedsides.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Heavy Lifting

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Summary

The Dayton Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) is recruiting for a Food Service Worker position within Nutrition and Food Services. The primary responsibilities include working in the dish room, passing trays, portioning cold foods, and dipping hot foods.

Duties

The Food Service Worker duties include, but are not limited to:

• Set up cafeteria lines, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food items
• Serve food cafeteria style by placing uniform portions on patients'/customers' plates
• Clean and break down areas after meals and return food to the kitchen
• Set up dining tables, place food and beverages, and replenish items as needed
• Return soiled trays and dishes to the dish room after meals
• Deliver meal trays to patients' bedsides
• Brew coffee as required
• Assemble and toss salads using prepared dressings and standard portions
• Portion other foods into standard serving sizes with proper utensils
• Make cold sandwiches and pack box lunches
• Work in various kitchen areas such as food prep, dishwashing, storage, and serving line
• Sort, wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables
• Operate and maintain equipment
• Perform heavy-duty cleaning tasks
• Handle food waste and trash
• Maintain and break down dishwashing equipment
• Unload deliveries and store sanitized dishes and utensils
• Scrape, soak, scour, and scrub utensils
• Move heavy trash cans during waste collection

Work Schedule

Shifts are from 1530 to 1930, 1600 to 2000, or 1700 to 2100, with rotating days off.

Position Details

Title/PD#: Food Service Worker/PD99921A

Physical Requirements

Light to moderate physical effort; may include heavy work such as scrubbing large utensils, pushing carts, standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and lifting objects up to 20 pounds regularly, and over 40 pounds with assistance.

Requirements

Conditions include U.S. citizenship, background check, possible probation, and compliance with vaccination and safety policies. A complete application includes resume, transcripts, and other supporting documents.

Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate relevant training or experience. The rating is based on the ability to perform the duties and meeting the OPM standards. Volunteer experience is credited.

Additional Information

Includes details on employment conditions, benefits, and application procedures. Participation in seasonal influenza vaccination is mandatory for health care personnel.

How to Apply

Apply online, review your application status, and ensure all required documents are submitted. Veterans' preference rules are waived under the current authority, but qualified veterans will be considered.