Food Service Worker Supervisor

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs in New York City is seeking a Food Service Worker Supervisor to oversee all food production, service, and tray delivery, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and scheduling requirements.

You will supervise food service staff, inspect deliveries, prepare performance ratings, and coordinate with the multidisciplinary team to assemble patient meals, including modified diets.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising food service workers.
• Ability to manage inventories and supply orders.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all areas of food production and service.
• Inspects deliveries and requisitions supplies.
• Prepares performance ratings for staff.
• Maintains inventory and conducts sanitation reviews.
• Coordinates patient tray assembly and modified diets.
• Sets priorities for daily operations including emergencies.
• Trains employees as part of in-service programs.
• Oversees delivery and retrieval of patient trays.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The incumbent serves as the primary shift supervisor and will be directly responsible tor the supervision of all food service activities and coordinates the activities of the Food Service Workers in the different elements of the Food Service Section.

Key Responsibilities

Major duties and responsibilities include: Supervises all areas of food production and service including food preparation, nourishment, tray delivery and retrieval; Takes corrective action for any problems that might arise on the floors pertaining to food service; Receives and inspects deliveries and requisitions all supplies needed in all food service areas; Prepares performance ratings/competencies for all employees under their direct supervision; Discusses work performance and problems with employees, monitors tardiness and attendance, provides guidance and makes necessary adjustments in assignments when necessary; Carries out the responsibilities of the position within general instructions, standard procedures and established policies; Ensures subordinates complete the tasks to which they are assigned and explains work requirements to meet food service schedules; Establishes priorities for daily operations in the event of emergency situations; defines the standards of quality and quantity to be met; Serves as a member of the in-service training team by providing individual and/or group instruction for employees; Provides guidance and assistance for lower grade employees in making decision when assembling patient trays and utilizing correct foods to be served on modified diets; Maintains inventory of food service supplies and equipment; Conducts quality assurance monitors and sanitation reviews; Supervises the delivery and retrieval of patient trays which includes interacting with members of the multidisciplinary team; Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Rotating days, 6:00am-2:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Food Service Worker Supervisor/PD99816S Physical Requirements: Employee may be required to perform heavy work, such as scouring and scrubbing large size cooking utensils and pushing heavy carts and trucks in unloading, storing, and delivering supplies. Employee also may be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment; and frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment: The work is performed in kitchen areas where the steam and heat from cooking and dish washing equipment often cause uncomfortably high temperatures and humidity. The work area is well lighted but usually noisy from food service activities, and there is danger of slipping on floors where food or beverages have been dropped.

Food service workers are regularly exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, hot working surfaces, and extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigeration or freezing units

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $34.09 – $39.73/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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