Food Service Worker

Veterans Canteen Service; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the Veterans Canteen Service at the San Diego VA Medical Center as a part-time Food Service Worker. You will prepare various food items, maintain cleanliness, and provide quality service to veterans. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support our nation's heroes while enjoying benefits like annual pay increases and retirement contributions.

Benefits

Child Care Subsidy Program

Public Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass)

Annual Cost of Living Pay Increases

Vacation & Sick Leave

Company Contribution to Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in the food service industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items such as sandwiches and burritos.
• Clean work areas and store food properly.
• Follow instructions for food preparation.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret instructions

Basic arithmetic

Job description

Looking for a better work-life balance? Join an organization that prioritizes Veterans and offers a rewarding career!

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the San Diego, CA VA Medical Center is seeking a part-time Food Service Worker to provide quality service to our nation's veterans.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Prepare food items such as breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, burritos, and more.
2. Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
3. Store food properly in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
4. Prepare a variety of foods according to customer orders or supervisor instructions, following approved procedures.
5. Work in hot and cold temperatures.

Benefits Offered by VCS:

• Child Care Subsidy Program
• Public Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass)
• Annual Cost of Living Pay Increases
• Vacation & Sick Leave, including 11 paid Federal Holidays
• Company Contribution to Retirement Savings Plan
• For more information about the Veterans Canteen Service, visit our website.

Skills & Requirements:

• Ability to read and interpret instructions and perform basic arithmetic related to food preparation.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in the food service industry.
• Constant standing, walking, and frequent bending required.
• Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted.

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). This is a condition of employment unless an exemption is obtained for medical or religious reasons.