food service worker

US Department of Veterans Affairs

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>This Food Service Worker position is located within the Nutrition &amp; Food Service at the VA Medical Center in Memphis, TN. The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has adopted the Nutrition and Food Service (NFS) Workforce Modernization Plan, one of the largest workforce innovation efforts undertaken by VHA to articulate future states of NFS operations across enterprise.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h3>
</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
</div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)</b></h3>
</div><div>Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
</div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Clarification from the agency</b></h3>
<p>ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><p></p><p>This position works in one or more functional areas of the kitchen such as food preparation, dish and pot washing, dry and refrigerated storage and receiving, and the serving area doing work such as portioning cold food, dipping hot food, working in the dish room and passing trays.<br>
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Major duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):</p>
<ul><li>Serve food cafeteria style by placing uniform portions of food on customers'/patients'/residents' plates</li>
<li>Break down and clean the station when assigned</li>
<li>Set up dining room tables for service, place food and beverages on tables, and replenish items as necessary</li>
<li>Return soiled trays and dishes to the dish room</li>
<li>Deliver meal trays to the patients' bedsides and report the patients' comments and complaints to the supervisor or dietitian</li>
<li>Prepare beverages according to the number of servings required</li>
<li>Prepare fresh fruit/cold salads/dressings/sandwich fillings and cold sandwiches and simple cold desserts in specified quantities</li>
<li>Sort, wash, peel and cut cold foods using knives or other equipment</li>
<li>Provide assistance to cooks in the food preparation area, such as weigh, measure and assemble ingredients according to standardized recipes</li>
<li>Prepare uncooked food items, such as sandwich spread and salad dressings</li>
<li>Operate and break down and clean all equipment assigned to food service and related areas</li>
<li>Portion food items into standard serving sizes using the proper utensils and specified dishware</li>
<li>Prepare boxed/to go meals</li>
<li>Select and place correct items on patient trays</li>
<li>Read and interpret a regular or modified menu, individual diet cards, tray tickets or patient selections</li>
<li>Identify obvious discrepancies between the prescribed diets and the food items designated by the menu</li>
<li>Decide what food items to serve for the most common diets</li>
<li>Perform heavy-duty cleaning tasks throughout the food service and related areas</li>
<li>Separate food waste, trash/recyclables from dishes, glasses and silverware</li>
<li>Unload food/tray delivery carts</li>
<li>Store sanitized dishes, glasses and silverware</li>
<li>Scrape, soak, scour, and scrub cookware and utensils</li>
<li>Move garbage cans when collecting and transferring trash from the work area to the disposal area</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the Medical Center</li>
</ul><b>Work Schedule: </b>Rotating TOD (6:00am-2:30pm and 11:00am-7:30pm).Tour of duty is based on the needs of the service that will includes working weekends and holidays based on rotating off days per quarterly schedule.<br>
<b>Position Description Title/PD#:</b> Food Service Worker/PD99921S<br>
<b>Physical Requirements</b>: The work is performed in kitchen areas where the steam and heat from cooking and dishwashing equipment often cause uncomfortably high temperatures and humidity. The work area is well-lighted but usually noisy from food service activities, and there is danger of slipping on floors where food or beverages have been dropped. Food service workers are regularly exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, hot working surfaces, and extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigeration or freezing units.</div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<p></p><ul><li>You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job</li>
<li>Subject to a background/suitability investigation</li>
<li>May serve a probationary period</li>
<li>Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959</li>
<li>A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.</li>
<li>Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).</li>
<li>Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.</li>
</ul>As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
<ul><li>your performance and conduct;</li>
<li>the needs and interests of the agency;</li>
<li>whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and</li>
<li>whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.</li>
</ul>Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
<p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p><b>To qualify for this position, </b>applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.<br>
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<b>EXPERIENCE: </b>A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.<br>
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<b>SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: </b>Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:<br>
</p><ul><li>
Dexterity and Safety</li><li>
Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)</li><li>
Materials</li><li>
Technical Practices</li><li>
Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment</li><li>
Without more than normal supervision</li><li>
Work Practices</li></ul><br>
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Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.<br>
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<b>Note: </b>A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
<p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>There is no substitution of education or education requirement for this position.
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer (TJO). Please visit the Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP), va.gov/EMPLOYEE/docs/The-Fair-Chance-to-Compete-Act.pdf for more information.<br>
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The <b>Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)</b> and <b>Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)</b> provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/.<br>
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<b>Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:</b> Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.<br>
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<b>This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.</b><br>
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If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.</p></div></div><br>
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<p>Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p>A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
</p><p></p><p>Review our benefits
</p><div><p>Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p><b>IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. </b>Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.<br>
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Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.<br>
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The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.<br>
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For more information on the &quot;Who may apply&quot; eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.<br>
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<b>Placement Policy: </b>The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.<br>
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It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.<br>
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Financial disclosure not required.<br>
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<b>Veterans and Transitioning Service Members</b>: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p>Documents Accepted:<br>
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Cover Letter</li><li>
DD-214/ Statement of Service</li><li>
Disability Letter (Schedule A)</li><li>
Disability Letter (VA)</li><li>
License</li><li>
Other (1)</li><li>
PCS Orders</li><li>
Performance Appraisal</li><li>
Professional Certification</li><li>
Resume</li><li>
Separation Notice (RIF)</li><li>
SF-15</li><li>
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action</li><li>
Transcript</li></ul><br>
Documents Required:<br>
<ul><li>Resume</li></ul><br>
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).<i>You will not be contacted for additional information.</i> Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.<br>
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<b>Veterans' Preference: </b>Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.<br>
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<b>Applications are accepted online. </b>Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.</div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p><b>All applicants are encouraged to apply online.</b><br>
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<b>To apply for this position,</b> you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/22/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12812788.<br>
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1. To begin, click <b>Apply Online </b>to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.<br>
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2. Click <b>Submit My Answers </b>to submit your application package.<br>
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<b>NOTE:</b> It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.<br>
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<b>To return to an incomplete application</b>, log into your USAJOBS account and click <b>Update Application </b>in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.</p></div><p><br>
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<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>Ariana Moulds
</div><div><div><div>Phone</div>
<div>713-304-3732
</div><div>Email</div>
<div>ariana.moulds@va.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>Memphis VA Medical Center</i><br>
<i>1030 Jefferson Avenue</i><br>
<i>Memphis, TN 38104</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Open &amp; closing dates</div>
 <div>10/08/2025 to 10/22/2025
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$18.53 to - $21.62 per hour
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div>WG 3</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>1 vacancy in the following location:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Memphis, TN
</div><div>1 vacancy</div>
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Not required</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Service</div>
<div>Competitive</div>
</div><div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>None
</div></div><div><div>Job family (Series)</div>
<ul><li>7408 Food Service Working
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Other</div>
</div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Position sensitivity and risk</div>
<div>Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk</div>
</div><div><div>Trust determination process</div>
<ul><li>Credentialing
</li><li>Suitability/Fitness
</li></ul></div><div><div>Financial disclosure</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Bargaining unit status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>CBTG-12812788-26-ANM</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>847786300</div></div></div></div>

Food Service Worker

Anderson Health Services

<div><p>Nutrition &amp; Food Service Worker</p>
<p><b>Are you interested in creating a safe and therapeutic environment where adolescents can heal, learn, and demonstrate the skills they need to successfully function in society?
</b></p><p>Join our team of compassionate professionals who work daily to create a positive, healthy culture for adolescents. <b>The Nutrition &amp; Food Service Worker establishes a positive, upbeat environment building on client strengths. </b>These individuals create an emotionally safe, non-punitive setting that is engaging and nurturing. All progress and significant events are documented and discussed with the Treatment Team, to ensure everyone is on the same page about doing what is in the best interests of our clients.
</p><p><b>Anderson Health Serv</b></p>
<p><b>ices </b>is launching mental and behavioral health programs to provide 24/7 emotional support to clients with a history of complex trauma. The hours for this position are <b>7am-3pm. </b>Everyone is dedicated to offering high quality, culturally sensitive care to adolescents in need of emotional help and support.
</p><p></p><p><b>The Nutrition &amp; Food Service Worker at Anderson Health Services is expected to:</b></p>
<ul><li>Managing relationships with internal and external customers to ensure satisfaction with products and services.</li>
<li>Provided.</li>
<li>Demonstrates professionalism and mutual respect when representing AHS in the community and on-site.</li>
<li>Ensures timely and accurate communication to leadership on matters that involves a gap of delivery of service to client and staff.</li>
<li>Develop, execute, and maintain inventory system for the facility to ensure inventory is completed on by the 1st of each month for the previous month.</li>
<li>Maintain an effective schedule for all kitchen staff to always ensure coverage.</li>
<li>Work with kitchen staff to ensure food is pre-prepped, cooked and set up daily for breakfast, snacks,</li>
<li>lunch and dinner.</li>
<li>Ensure food is prepared and served at the right temperature and portion per guidelines of the treatment plan and</li>
<li>health regulations.</li>
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<p><b>Educational Requirements
</b></p><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in human services or related field required OR an associate degree with a minimum of two years of population specific experience working with the youth is required.
</p><p></p><p><b>Additional Requirements</b></p>
<p>Must be 21 years and older and have a valid NC driver's license with a good driving record. Must be able to demonstrate effective self-regulation strategies. Must be coachable and willing to learn. All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening and background check.
</p><p></p><p><b>If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply, and we will be happy to discuss it with you!</b></p></div>

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