VCS Food Service Worker- Bronx NY

About the role

Now hiring: Team Members to provide exceptional service in our cafes and retail markets! The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) located at the Bronx - NY - VA Medical Center is seeking full/part-time Food Service Workers who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are committed to serving America's Heroes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of beverages – including but not limited to coffee, latte, cappuccino, and smoothies
• Prepares and assembles an assortment of food items – including but not limited to breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, burritos, and many more
• Maintains cleanliness & sanitation of workplace, equipment, utensils in compliance with health & safety standards
• Properly stores food to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage
• Prepares a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions – following approved procedures
• Will be exposed to varying temperatures – including hot and cold
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Current - valid REAL ID required to work at Veterans Canteen Service
• Ability to read instructions and perform basic math for food preparation
• Requires constant standing - walking - and frequent bending
• Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the food service industry is preferred but not necessary
• Excellent customer service skills