VCS Food Service Worker (Jefferson Barracks)- St Louis MO

Veterans Health Administration • Saint Louis, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the St. Louis VA Medical Center is hiring full-time Food Service Workers to provide service in its cafes and retail markets. The role is suited to people who enjoy a fast-paced environment and are committed to serving America's Heroes.

Food Service Workers prepare beverages and a variety of food items, fulfill customer orders or supervisors’ instructions using approved procedures, and maintain food freshness, workplace cleanliness, and sanitation in accordance with health and safety standards. The work involves exposure to varying hot and cold temperatures and other duties as assigned.

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.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to stand constantly, walk constantly, and bend frequently.
• Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance.
• Must serve a one-year trial period, during which fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Subject to a background/security investigation.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in the food service industry is preferred but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages, including coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, and smoothies.
• Prepare and assemble food items such as breakfast and lunch sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, and burritos.
• Prepare foods according to customer orders or supervisors’ instructions, following approved procedures.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position eligibility and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed