VCS Cook- Pittsburgh PA

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Canteen Service at the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center is seeking a Cook to join a fast-paced team dedicated to supporting Veterans and their families. You will prepare meals, follow recipes, and ensure high standards of food safety and customer service.

A minimum of one year cooking and food safety experience is required; ServSafe certification is preferred. You will handle measurements, work in a team across a multi-unit environment, and sustain physical activity including long

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year cooking and food safety experience.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of measurements and recipe scaling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for Veterans daily.
• Ensure food safety and proper measurements.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Experience in multi-unit environments preferred.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Customer Service

Recipe Knowledge

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 Pittsburgh, PAVA 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.