Patient Dining Specialist, Hospital Food Service

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fort Meade (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Fort Meade, SD, is seeking a full-time Food Service Worker (Wage Grade 3) to perform routine food service tasks in the Nutrition and Food Service area of the VA Medical Center.

The position involves setting up service stations, portioning meals, delivering trays to patient rooms, assisting cooks, and maintaining cleanliness. Work hours include early shifts, with weekends/holidays rotation, under PD99920S guidance.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and breaks down assigned station with the correct supplies and food items.
• Portions food items into standard serving sizes using proper utensils and dishware.
• Delivers meal trays to patients' bedsides and reports feedback to supervisors or dietitians.
• Assists cooks with food preparation, weighs/measures ingredients, and assembles recipes.
• Reads menus and diet cards to ensure compatibility with patient needs.
• Cleans work areas and related spaces; performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Fort Meade, SD, is seeking a full-time Food Service Worker (Wage Grade 3) to perform routine food service tasks in the Nutrition and Food Service area of the VA Medical Center.

The position involves setting up service stations, portioning meals, delivering trays to patient rooms, assisting cooks, and maintaining cleanliness. Work hours include early shifts, with weekends/holidays rotation, under PD99920S guidance.