VCS Cook- Syracuse NY

Veterans Health Administration; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Canteen Service at the Syracuse VA Medical Center is seeking a Cook to support daily meal service for Veterans and their families in a fast-paced canteen setting.

Minimum 1 year of cooking and food safety experience, excellent customer service, and ability to follow recipes and adjust portions are required. The job involves constant standing and lifting up to 40 pounds; ServSafe certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience and food safety knowledge.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of measurements and ability to scale recipes.
• Requires constant standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• ServSafe certification is preferred.

Skills

Cooking

Customer service

Food safety

Tools

ServSafe

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 Syracuse, NY 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.