VCS Food Service Worker- Battle Creek MI

Veterans Health Administration • Battle Creek, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is hiring full-time Food Service Workers at its Battle Creek, Michigan, VA Medical Center. Team members provide service in cafes and retail markets and prepare beverages and food for customers in a fast-paced environment. The role includes maintaining workplace cleanliness and sanitation, storing food appropriately, and following approved preparation procedures. Employees may be exposed to hot and cold temperatures and perform 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.
• Ability to stand constantly, walk constantly, and bend frequently.
• Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Subject to a background/security investigation.
• Must serve a one-year trial period and receive written certification for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

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

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

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type. Contact the hiring agency for details about specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

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