VCS-Cook-Muskogee OK

Veterans Health Administration

Muskogee, OKFull-time$19.96/hrPosted 4w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19.96/hr
Location
Muskogee, OK
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Veterans Health Administration is hiring a VCS-Cook-Muskogee OK. The Veterans Canteen Service seeks a cook in Muskogee, Oklahoma, offering a work‑life balance and growth opportunities while serving Veterans. The role requires a valid REAL ID, at least one year of cooking and food‑safety experience, strong customer service, and the ability to follow recipes and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

Key focus areas include Prepare and cook all food items for breakfast and lunch service, Read and follow recipes and food labels accurately, and Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.

Successful candidates bring Valid REAL ID, 1 Year Cooking And Food Safety Experience, and Able To Lift Or Move Objects Up To 40 Pounds. Important skills include Cooking, Food Safety, Customer Service, Measurements, Multiply Or Divide Recipes, and Prepare And Cook Food Items.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CookingFood SafetyCustomer ServiceMeasurementsMultiply or Divide RecipesPrepare and Cook Food ItemsRead and Follow RecipesRead and Follow Food LabelsMaintain Cleanliness and SanitationMeal Preparation

Qualifications

REAL ID1 Year Experience in Cooking and Food SafetyAble to Lift or Move Objects Weighing Up to 40 PoundsServSafe Food Handler Certification

Full job description

Are you looking for a better work-life balance and opportunities to grow? Join an excellent organization that puts Veterans first for a fulfilling career! Since 1946, Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has delivered the VCS benefits to millions of Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare system, the largest Healthcare system in the United States. A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service. ?A minimum of one (1) year of experience in cooking and food safety. Excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of measurements and ability to multiply or divide recipes to meet daily needs. Requires constant standing, walking, and frequent bending. Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance. ServSafe Food Handler certification is preferred. Duties include but are not limited to:· Carries out a variety of tasks, including preparing and cooking all food items for breakfast and lunch service.· Accurately read and follow recipes and food labels to ensure preparation and compliance with standards.· Maintains high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.· Carries out a variety of cooking tasks, including meal preparation and cooking.· Performs other duties as assigned. Conditions of Employment As a Condition of Employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year trial 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:- Your performance and conduct- The needs and interests of the agency- Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government- Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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