Patient Meal Service Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Food Service Worker at the Memphis VA Medical Center. This role involves food preparation and serving in the Nutrition and Food Services department. Candidates will perform various tasks such as setting up dining areas, serving food, and maintaining cleanliness.

Qualified applicants should have the ability to perform a range of duties that require attention and following established procedures. A physically demanding role, it requires standing for prolonged periods and lifting objects up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic food handling techniques.
• Ability to perform heavy duty cleaning tasks.
• Experience in food preparation and serving.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down cafeteria lines and dining-room tables.
• Serve food to customers/patients as required.
• Operate kitchen equipment and perform maintenance.
• Deliver meal trays to patients' bedsides.
• Perform heavy-duty cleaning in service areas.

Skills

Basic food handling techniques

Reliability and Dependability

Following Directions

Dexterity

Special Aptitude – Food Service Work

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Food Service Worker at the Memphis VA Medical Center. This role involves food preparation and serving in the Nutrition and Food Services department. Candidates will perform various tasks such as setting up dining areas, serving food, and maintaining cleanliness.

Qualified applicants should have the ability to perform a range of duties that require attention and following established procedures. A physically demanding role, it requires standing for prolonged periods and lifting objects up to 40 pounds.