VCS Food Service Worker/Barista- Fresno CA
About The Position
The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is hiring part-time Food Service Workers for its cafes and retail markets at the Fresno, California, VA Medical Center. The role provides service to customers in a fast-paced environment and is committed to serving America’s Heroes. The Food Service Worker/Barista prepares beverages such as coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, and smoothies, and prepares and assembles a variety of food items, including sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, and burritos. The position maintains workplace, equipment, and utensil cleanliness and sanitation; stores food appropriately to preserve freshness and prevent spoilage; and prepares food according to customer orders or supervisors’ instructions and approved procedures. The work involves exposure to varying hot and cold temperatures. Employment is subject to a one-year trial period, background/security investigation, and applicable Selective Service registration requirements. A current, valid REAL ID is required. The role requires constant standing and walking, frequent bending, and the ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted. Federal employee benefits may be available; eligibility depends on position type, and candidates are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.
Requirements
- A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.
- Ability to read instructions and perform basic math for food preparation.
- Constant standing and walking, frequent bending, and ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Subject to a background/security investigation.
- Selective Service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience in the food service industry is preferred, but not necessary.
Responsibilities
- Prepare a variety of beverages, including coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, and smoothies.
- Prepare and assemble food items such as breakfast and lunch sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, and burritos.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the workplace, equipment, and utensils in compliance with health and safety standards.
- Store food properly to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
- Prepare foods according to customers’ orders or supervisors’ instructions, following approved procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type. Contact the hiring agency for details.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
