VCS - Food Service Worker - Durham NC

Veterans Health Administration; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration's Veterans Canteen Service at Durham, NC, is hiring part-time Food Service Workers to provide exceptional service in our cafés and retail markets. You will prepare beverages and foods in a fast-paced environment while upholding health and safety standards.

Responsibilities include cooking and assembling items, storing and handling food properly, and maintaining sanitation. This role supports veterans and the on-site retail operations at the VA Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced food service environments preferred.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of beverages including coffee, latte, cappuccino, and smoothies.
• Prepares and assembles breakfast sandwiches, lunch items, wraps, and other foods.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the workplace, equipment, and utensils.

Skills

Customer service

Food preparation

Sanitation

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Now hiring: Team Members to provide exceptional service in our cafes and retail markets! The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) located at the Durham, NC, VA Medical Center is seeking part-time Food Service Workers who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are committed to serving America's Heroes.

Key Responsibilities

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Prepares a variety of beverages, including but not limited to coffee, latte, cappuccino, and smoothies. Prepares and assembles an assortment of food items, including but not limited to breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, burritos, and many more. Maintains cleanliness & sanitation of workplace, equipment, utensils in compliance with health & safety standards.

Properly stores food to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage. Prepares a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures. Will be exposed to varying temperatures, including hot and cold. Performs other duties as assigned.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $18.32 - $18.32/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.