VCS Food Service Worker- Los Angeles CA

Veterans Health Administration • Los Angeles, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the Los Angeles, California, 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 food items to order or according to supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures. They maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the workplace and properly store food to preserve freshness and prevent spoilage. The position involves exposure to varying hot and cold temperatures and requires constant standing and walking, frequent bending, and lifting or moving objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance.

Employment is subject to a one-year trial period, during which the agency evaluates the employee's fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest. Continued employment after the trial period requires written certification. Additional conditions include Selective Service registration for males born after December 31, 1959, and a background/security investigation. A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.

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.
• Constant standing and walking, frequent bending, and ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted.
• Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must meet Selective Service registration requirements.
• Subject to a background/security investigation.
• Must complete a one-year trial period; continued employment after the period requires written certification that it advances the public interest.

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, including 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 customer orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; benefits eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are advised to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

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