VCS Cook- Tuskegee

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the Tuskegee VA Medical Center is seeking a Cook to join our fast-paced team serving Veterans and their families. Prior multi-unit experience is preferred, and the role emphasizes food safety and accurate recipe scaling to meet daily demand.

The position requires real ID, reliable customer service, and the ability to stand for long periods while performing cooking tasks. ServSafe certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 1 year of cooking and food safety experience required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of measurements and ability to scale recipes for daily needs.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds.

Skills

Cooking

Customer service

Measuring/Recipes

Tools

ServSafe Certification

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 Tuskegee AL 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.