Healthcare Food Service Technician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Chelsea (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Chelsea, ME seeks a Food Service Worker to assist in meal preparation and service within the Veterans Affairs Medical Center kitchen.

You will set up stations, serve cafeteria-style, replenish items, and ensure cleanliness and safety in a busy dining environment. Responsibilities include delivering meal trays to patients, preparing beverages and simple items, and supporting cooks with standard recipes while following diet orders.

Qualifications

• Experience and training evidence must be demonstrated in your resume and will be evaluated under the applicable standards. Applicants are assessed for the skills and knowledge required to perform duties and will be screened accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Set up assigned station with the correct supplies and food items
• Serve food cafeteria style by placing uniform portions on customers' plates
• Break down and clean the station when assigned
• Set up dining room tables for service and replenish items as necessary
• Return soiled trays and dishes to the dish room
• Deliver meal trays to patients' bedsides and report comments and complaints
• Prepare beverages according to required servings
• Prepare fresh fruit/cold salads/dressings and simple cold desserts
• Sort, wash, peel and cut cold foods using knives or equipment
• Assist cooks with weighing, measuring and assembling ingredients according to recipes
• Prepare uncooked items such as sandwich spread and salad dressings
• Operate and maintain all equipment in food service areas
• Portion food items into standard serving sizes
• Prepare boxed/to-go meals
• Read and interpret menus and diet cards to ensure correct items are served
• Identify discrepancies between diets and menu items and adjust accordingly
• Perform heavy-duty cleaning tasks throughout the food service areas
• Unload delivery carts and store sanitized dishes
• Move garbage and recyclables to disposal areas
• Other duties as assigned to meet the Medical Center's needs
• Work schedule varies; typical shifts 6:00am - 2:30pm or 11:00am - 7:30pm
• Physical requirements include exposure to heat, humidity, and sharp utensils during duties.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Chelsea, ME seeks a Food Service Worker to assist in meal preparation and service within the Veterans Affairs Medical Center kitchen.

You will set up stations, serve cafeteria-style, replenish items, and ensure cleanliness and safety in a busy dining environment. Responsibilities include delivering meal trays to patients, preparing beverages and simple items, and supporting cooks with standard recipes while following diet orders.