VCS Food Service Worker- White River Junction VT

Veterans Health Administration • White River Junction, VT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the White River Junction, Vermont, VA Medical Center is hiring Food Service Workers to provide service in its cafes and retail markets. The role involves preparing beverages and a range of food items, maintaining workplace cleanliness and sanitation, and storing food appropriately. Workers prepare food according to customer orders or supervisors’ instructions and approved procedures. The position involves exposure to varying hot and cold temperatures.

As a condition of employment, the employee must serve a one-year trial period. During that period, the agency evaluates the employee’s fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest. Continued employment after the trial period requires written certification. 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.
• Ability to stand constantly, walk, 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.
• Must undergo a background/security investigation.
• Must serve a one-year trial period; continued employment after the trial requires written certification.

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

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

What This Job Offers

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