VCS - Food Service Worker - Columbus OH

Veterans Health Administration•Columbus, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is hiring a full-time Food Service Worker at the Columbus, Ohio, VA Medical Center. The role provides service in cafes and retail markets in a fast-paced environment, serving Veterans. The employee prepares beverages and a variety of food items, maintains workplace cleanliness and sanitation, and stores food appropriately. The work includes exposure to hot and cold temperatures and requires constant standing and walking, frequent bending, and the ability to move objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance. Employment is subject to a one-year trial period. Continued employment after the trial period requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959, and the position is subject to 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.
  • Constant standing and walking and frequent bending are required.
  • Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Must serve a one-year trial period; continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 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, latte, cappuccino, 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

  • Comprehensive federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position eligibility and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
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