Food Service Worker
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SummaryA Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be approved for highly qualified candidates.These positions are located within the Nutrition & Food Service at the VA Medical Center in Grand Junction, CO.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates10/19/2023 to 09/30/2024* Salary$16.14 - $18.83 per hour* Pay scale & gradeWG 2* HelpLocationmany vacancies in the following location:* Grand Junction, CO* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleNo* Travel RequiredNot required* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typePermanent -* Work scheduleMultiple Schedules - Full Time and Part Time positions may be available.* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potentialNone* Job family (Series)7408 Food Service Working* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceOther* Drug testNo* Position sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk* Trust determination processCredentialingSuitability/Fitness* Announcement numberCBSU-12148209-FY24-LF* Control number755699900HelpThis job is open to* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.* The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.HelpDutiesThis is an open-continuous announcement closing Monday, September 30, 2024. This announcement will remain open until filled and may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred twice monthly or as vacancies become available. This announcement may close without advanced notice.IMPORTANT NOTICE: This announcement will remain open until filled and may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred twice monthly or as vacancies become available. This announcement may close without advanced notice.The Food Service Worker duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include, but are not limited to:* Using proper cleaning solutions to sanitize food preparation surfaces.* Cleaning walk-in refrigerators and freezers in a food service or food handling organization.* Handling and storing sanitized dishes, glasses and silverware for public use.* Making sandwiches using prepared ingredients for cafeteria or buffet lines.* Portioning food items into standard serving sizes using the proper utensils and containers.* Assembling and tossing fresh fruit or green salads in large quantities for public consumption.* Brewing coffee in a restaurant/commercial size coffee maker.* Setting up glasses, silverware, dishes, trays and condiments in communal dining areas.* Scouring and scrubbing heavy cooking utensils such as mixing bowls and pots.* Performing heavy duty cleaning tasks such as ceilings and/or exhaust hoods.* Loading and operating a continuous conveyor belt feeding dishwasher.* Setting up cafeteria lines and/or steam-tables with hot and cold food items.* Standing/walking to clear tables and carrying trays of heavy dishes for several hours or more at a time.* Sweeping and mopping floors repetitively in high traffic areas such as corridors, entry ways, cafeterias and other areas.* Moving kitchen equipment such as stand mixers, weight scales and meat slicers to clean spaces behind and under such equipment.* Delivering meals, which may include hot foods and liquids, to patients' bedsides or patrons.* Emptying trashcans containing food scraps and waste.* Reading and understanding written material such as time and duty schedules.* Reading and following instructions with regard to safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals.* Reading and following instructions on menus, recipes, and/or basic work instructions.* Following label directions in using cleaning or disinfecting/sanitizing agents.* Applying sanitation principles to safeguard food against spoilage and waste.* Adhering to safety policies and procedures when performing manual work involving lifting, carrying, transporting and delivering food or other items.* Working quickly without accidents while at the same time being attentive to the quality of your work.* Recognizing typical health and safety hazards for yourself and other workers around you.* Working rapidly and accurately under the pressure of deadlines.A Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be approved for highly qualified candidates.Work Schedule: Varies to include Weekends and Holidays, 5:00am -1:30pm / 10:30am -7:00pm. Full Time and Part Time positions may be available.Position Description Title/PD#: Food Service Worker/PD99921SPhysical Requirements: Wage Grade 2 Food Service Workers perform work requiring light to moderate physical effort. They may be required to perform heavy work, such as scouring and scrubbing large size cooking utensils and pushing heavy carts and trucks in unloading, storing, and delivering supplies. They are subject to continuous standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. They frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift or move objects weighing more than 40 pounds with the assistance of others.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job* Subject to a background/suitability investigation* Designated and/or random drug testing may be required* May serve a probationary period* Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959* A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.* Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding processQualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.EXPERIENCE: 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.SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: 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:* Reliability and Dependability* Work Practices* Special Aptitude - Food Service Work* Handle Weights and Loads* Follow Directions* Dexterity and SafetyExperience 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.Note: 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.EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationReceiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: 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.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.Read more* BenefitsHelpA 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.