VCS Cook- Fayetteville NC

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the Fayetteville VA Medical Center is seeking a dynamic Cook to join our fast-paced operation. The role supports our mission to serve Veterans and their families with high-quality meals, including breakfast and lunch, in a multi-unit setting with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has cooking experience, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to follow recipes precisely.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking and food safety.
• ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred.
• Ability to read and follow recipes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook all food items for breakfast and lunch service.
• Read recipes and labels to ensure accurate preparation.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Execute a variety of cooking tasks and meal preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Customer Service

Reading Recipes

Teamwork

Job description

Summary
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 Fayetteville 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.

Summary
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 Fayetteville 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.
Qualifications
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.
Duties

• Duties include but are not limited to:
• Carries out a variety of tasks - including preparing and cooking all food items for breakfast and lunch service
• Accurately read and follow recipes and food labels to ensure preparation and compliance with standards
• Maintains high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen
• Carries out a variety of cooking tasks - including meal preparation and cooking
• Performs other duties as assigned.