Patient Meal Service Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Federal health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Food Service Worker at the VA Medical Center in Grand Junction, CO. The role involves preparing, portioning, and serving meals, maintaining sanitation, and delivering meals to patients as needed.

Applicants must meet the federal qualifications and participate in ongoing safety training. The position may require full-time or part-time schedules with opportunities for paid time off and federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience or training evidence must be documented in the resume.
• Applicants will be evaluated by federal qualification standards and screen-out elements.
• A full year of work is considered 35–40 hours per week; volunteer experience counts toward qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures to prepare and serve meals in a healthcare setting.
• Maintain sanitation of food prep areas and equipment.
• Load and deliver meals to patient rooms or dining areas as required.
• Set up dining areas, trays, utensils, and condiments for service.
• Read and follow safety data sheets and menus or work instructions.
• Adhere to safety policies when lifting, carrying, or transporting food items.

Skills

Food service experience

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Food Service Worker at the VA Medical Center in Grand Junction, CO. The role involves preparing, portioning, and serving meals, maintaining sanitation, and delivering meals to patients as needed.

Applicants must meet the federal qualifications and participate in ongoing safety training. The position may require full-time or part-time schedules with opportunities for paid time off and federal benefits.