Food Service Worker-SARRTP

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Food Service Worker to operate independently in the SARRTP Unit. Responsibilities include meal preparation, food handling, and maintaining safety standards. Applicants must demonstrate relevant training or experience and be U.S. citizens.

Qualifications

• Evidence of training or experience required.
• Ability to perform duties must be demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving meals.
• Handling and storing food items appropriately.
• Maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Dexterity and Safety

Technical Practices

Work Practices

Job description

Job Description for Food Service Worker

This Food Service Worker operates independently with minimal supervision in a unit located outside the main facility. They demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of Food Service procedures, including food preparation, modified diets, dishwashing, dry food and perishable food (refrigerated) storage, handling, and food delivery. The role involves transporting and serving meals daily to the Substance Abuse Residence Rehabilitation Treatment Program (SARRTP) Unit.

Duties

Note: This position will be working in the SARRTP Unit (Substance Abuse Residence Rehabilitation Program)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Preparing and serving meals
• Handling and storing food items appropriately
• Maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in food handling areas

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package, including Resume, Transcripts, etc., is required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Experience: A specific length of training and experience is not required; however, you must demonstrate evidence of training or experience that shows your ability to perform the duties of this position. This evidence should be detailed on your resume. Applicants will be rated according to the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

Screen-out Element: Your qualifications will be evaluated against the prescribed screen-out element, usually as question 1 in the online questionnaire. Those meeting the minimum qualification will be considered further; others will be rated ineligible. The remaining applicants will be rated against the following Job Elements:

• Dexterity and Safety
• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (excluding blueprint reading)
• Materials
• Technical Practices
• Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Work Without More Than Normal Supervision
• Work Practices

Experience includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work, such as through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps), or other organizations. Volunteer work can provide valuable skills and experience that translate to paid employment. All qualifying experience will be credited.

Note: A full year of work is considered 35-40 hours per week. Part-time experience is credited proportionally. Applicants should clearly specify their duties, responsibilities, and hours worked per week in each position.