VCS Cook- Detroit MI

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Canteen Service at the Detroit VA Medical Center in Detroit, MI is hiring a Cook to support our Veterans and their families in a fast-paced canteen environment.

Requirements include a current REAL ID, at least 1 year of cooking and food safety experience, strong customer service, and the ability to adjust recipes. ServSafe certification is preferred, and physical duties include standing, bending, and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in cooking and food safety.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of measurements and ability to multiply or divide recipes to meet daily needs.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification is preferred.
• A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Customer service

Recipe measurements

Job description

Are you seeking a better work-life balance? Join an exceptional organization that prioritizes Veterans for an outstanding career! With over 78 years of serving our nation's Veterans, the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is currently seeking a dynamic Cook for our Detroit, MI VA Medical Center Canteen. Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families, along with prior multi-unit experience.

• A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in cooking and food safety.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of measurements and ability to multiply or divide recipes to meet daily needs.
• Requires constant standing, walking, and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification is preferred.