Hospital Kitchen Assistant: Food Service and Safety

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at Birmingham VA Medical Center in Birmingham, AL, is seeking a Food Service Worker (Wage Grade 3) to support Nutrition & Food Service operations. The role emphasizes following procedures, safety, and structured work sequences in a hospital kitchen environment.

Applicants must meet the qualification standards and the closing date for the announcement is 10/02/2026. Work involves standing, lifting up to 20 pounds regularly, and possible heavier tasks with

Qualifications

• Dexterity and safety are essential to perform kitchen tasks.
• Ability to interpret instructions and specifications accurately.
• Knowledge of handling materials used in food prep.
• Technical practices in food service operations are required.
• Use and maintenance of kitchen tools and equipment is needed.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong work practices and adherence to procedures.

Skills

Dexterity and Safety

Interpret Instructions, Specifications

Materials

Technical Practices

Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

Without more than normal supervision

Work Practices

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at Birmingham VA Medical Center in Birmingham, AL, is seeking a Food Service Worker (Wage Grade 3) to support Nutrition & Food Service operations. The role emphasizes following procedures, safety, and structured work sequences in a hospital kitchen environment.

Applicants must meet the qualification standards and the closing date for the announcement is 10/02/2026. Work involves standing, lifting up to 20 pounds regularly, and possible heavier tasks with