Qureos Mentor

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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 Summary
 
 
 
 Are you seeking a better work-life balance? Join an exceptional organization that prioritizes Veterans for an outstanding career! With over 78 years of serving our nation's Veterans - the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is currently seeking a dynamic General Manager for our Washington - DC - VA Medical Center Canteen. Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families - along with prior multi-unit experience.
 
 
 
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 QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Food Service Operations Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of food service operations - including the ability to oversee daily functions - improve processes - and resolve complex operational challenges in a regulated - high-volume environment. Culinary Knowledge and Continuous Learning: Working knowledge of formal culinary principles and procedures - typically gained through education or hands-on experience - with the ability to stay current on emerging culinary techniques - trends - and best practices. Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Proven knowledge and practical application of food safety standards - including food inspection methods - testing and measurement techniques - FDA Food Code requirements - and HACCP principles to ensure safe and compliant operations. Supply and Inventory Management: Strong understanding of supply management principles - including inventory control - storage - and distribution - to support efficient operations and minimize waste. Communication and Customer Service Skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing - build positive working relationships - deliver strong customer service - and utilize computer systems and common office technology effectively.
 
 
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 DUTIES: Duties of this position include - but are not limited to: Culinary Standards &amp; Quality Oversight: Serve as the technical and quality expert - ensuring food safety - sanitation - and customer service standards are consistently met across all food operations
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 Monitor compliance - conduct quality control - and implement improvements in menu execution - taste - and presentation
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 Leadership - Direction &amp; Performance Oversight: Provides day-to-day leadership by assigning work - setting clear performance standards - and directing staff in accordance with established policies
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 Monitors work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy - timeliness - coordination - and accountability
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 Menu Development &amp; Recipe Innovation: Develop and implement specialized recipes and menus that reflect seasonal - cultural - and dietary needs
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 Introduce modern techniques - equipment - and culinary trends to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction
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 Event Planning &amp; Catering Execution: Plan - coordinate - and execute small- and large-scale catering events - including those for high-ranking officials
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 Ensure resources - staffing - and ingredients are managed to consistently deliver high-quality service
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 Staff Training &amp; Development: Identify training needs - provide or arrange learning opportunities - and coach employees to improve culinary skills - food safety practices - and operational efficiency
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 Food Operations Management &amp; Resource Planning: Coordinate and monitor all aspects of food production - including inventory forecasting - equipment - labor - and ingredient management
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 Provide long-range planning and budget input to optimize operations and support culinary program advancement
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 Customer Experience &amp; Engagement: Ensure exceptional customer service by addressing concerns constructively - implementing feedback from focus groups - and adjusting operations to meet customer expectations while supporting organizational mission goals.
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Food Service Specialist - Executive Chef

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 Summary
 
 
 
 The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) practices in Business Office Service within the Referral Coordination (RC) unit to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality - timeliness - and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The NP provides advanced clinical practice - consultation - and management.
 
 
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 The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) practices in Business Office Service within the Referral Coordination (RC) unit to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality - timeliness - and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission
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 The NP provides advanced clinical practice - consultation - and management
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 The NP practices to the full extent of their education - training - and certification
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 Core functions are outlined in the clinical privileges that correspond with this position
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 The NP has prescriptive authority for program as indicated by their position
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 The RC NP supports multiple roles within the Medical Center - improving timely access to care and empowering Veterans to make informed decisions
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 Working within a multidisciplinary team - the RC NP coordinates care within the VA or the community to ensure Veterans receive their preferred modality and location
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 Primarily - the RCNP serves in a consultative role - reviewing specialty care consults for appropriateness and communicating any barriers or concerns with referring providers
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 The NP is a licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who provides evidence-based care for a population of patients
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 Major duties and responsibilities of the position include - but are not limited to: Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management
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 Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team
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 Orders and interprets labs - tests - and diagnostic studies
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 Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions
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 Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services
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 Provides education to patients and their families
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 Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes
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 Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity - Commitment - Advocacy - Respect - and Excellence
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 VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Full Time - Mon-Fri - 07:30 a.m
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 - 4:00 p.m
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 Schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the healthcare system
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 Compressed/Flexible: Not authorized
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 Telework: Not available
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 Virtual: This is not a virtual position
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 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
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 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
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APN (Nurse Practitioner) - Referral Coordination

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Food Service Specialist - Executive Chef

APN (Nurse Practitioner) - Referral Coordination