VCS Cook - West Roxbury MA

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

Job summary

The Veterans Canteen Service at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center in Boston is seeking a professional Cook to support daily food service for Veterans and their families. You will prepare meals, follow recipes, and maintain high food-safety standards in a fast-paced, multi-unit setting.

A minimum of one year of cooking experience is required, and ServSafe certification is preferred. A current REAL ID is required to work, and the job involves standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, and delivering

Qualifications

• 1 year of cooking experience and food safety knowledge required
• ServSafe certification preferred
• REAL ID required to work at Veterans Canteen Service

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Customer service

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 West Roxbury MA, 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.