Food Service Worker-Part Time

Food Service Worker-Part TimeDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview

##### Open & closing dates

05/24/2019 to 12/31/2019

##### Service

Competitive

##### Pay scale & grade

WG 2

##### Salary

$12.32 to $14.36 per hour

##### Appointment type

Permanent

##### Work schedule

Part-Time - 15 Hours per weekLocation-Johnson City, TN Few vacanciesRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryPositions are located in Nutrition and Food Service. Incumbent will

be trained to rotate throughout the Nutrition and Food Service

working a variety of positions.This Announcement will remain open until filled and may be used to

fill multiple vacancies. Applicants will be referred to the hiring

manager as they are received and this announcement may close without

advanced notice.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilities· Incumbents perform tasks with several steps or a sequence of tasks

that require attention to work operations, follow set procedures in

accomplishing repetitive assignments, and follow an established

sequence of work.

· Sets-up serving lines with dishes, silverware and hot and cold

food items. Prior to each meal, studies posted menus to become

familiar with items to be served. Records serving temperatures

taking corrective action when necessary

· Serves food on patient tray line where a printed tray ticket

provides standard service and portion information using proper

utensils as directed.

· When assigned to patient/resident tray delivery, takes re-therm

units to and from hospital wards; serves trays to patients. Records

point of service temperatures, reports to supervisors if out of

range.

· Maintain and dispense beverages from a ready to use beverage

system, i.e., coffee, soft drinks, hot or ice tea.

· Dish-machine Area - Assembles racks, trucks, cans and bags for

dump area; sets up dish-machine preparatory to use by filling

detergent bins and water tanks.

· Pot and Pan Area - Sets up and operates pot and pan washer; keeps

water tanks filled to the correct level and the water temperature at

the designated degree.

· Cleaning Duties - Performs general cleaning duties to including

sweeping and mopping floors in certain areas of the Nutrition and

Food Service units to include offices, refrigerators, etc.

· Sorts and bags soiled laundry; sorts and stores clean laundry.

· Helps unload and store incoming supplies or subsistence items in

designated areas. Helps unload prepared food and transports to

serving areas. Moves heavy garbage cans when collecting and

transferring trash from the work area to the disposal area.

· Observes and complies with all safety practices in the operation

of equipment used. Cleans equipment and area; reports needed repairs

to Food Service Worker Supervisor WS-4.

· Utilizes printed and electronic files containing sensitive

information and is responsible for protecting that information from

unauthorized release or from loss, alteration, or unauthorized

deletion. Follows applicable regulations and instructions regarding

access to computerized files, release of access codes, etc.Work Schedule: Various rotating tours 5:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SHIFT WORK

Position Description Title/PD#: Food Service Worker/ 60175-ATravel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion PotentialNone

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- RequirementsConditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

Designated and/or random drug testing may be required

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after

12/31/1959

You may be required to serve a probationary period

Subject to a background/security investigation

Pre-employment physical required

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online

onboarding process

QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements

by the closing date of this announcement, 12/31/2019.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 Qualification

Standard Handbook X-118C.SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated

against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appear 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.JOB ELEMENTS: Those who meet the minimum level of experience and

training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each

of the following job elements:

Ability to perform food service work including portioning of food

items, tray assembly procedures, tray delivery and dish room

operations.

Knowledge of sanitary work practices and cleanliness in food

service operations.

Knowledge of safety procedures and ability to work safely.

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 employmentExperience 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.Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Work involves moderate

to heavy physical effort. The incumbent is subject to continuous

standing/walking; frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and

bending. Frequently lift or move objects weighting up to 40 pounds.

And occasionally lift or move objects weighting over 40 pounds with

assistance as needed.WORKING CONDITIONS: Working area are often uncomfortable warm

and noisy. Workers are exposed to minor cuts, bruises, burns or

scalds. There is danger of slipping on floors which are wet from

mopping or spillage. The incumbent is occasionally exposed to

temperature extremes in production areas, walk-in refrigerators, and

freezers.EducationAdditional informationReceiving Service Credit or 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.Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with

disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5

CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with

disabilities [i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical

disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled

veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or

more. Contact the Agency Contact for information on how to apply

under this appointment authority via the Selective Placement

Coordinator.The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and

Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible

displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection

priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To

be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of

the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your

most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty

location) and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or

more) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility

is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at

http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.Placement Policy: 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.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have

faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional

vacancies.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: 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.Financial disclosure not required.For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility

requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other

Candidate Definitions document.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for

information regarding an Alternate Application.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.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.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceOtherDrug test requiredNoPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processSuitability/Fitness- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application

Package which includes:

Resume

ALL THE ITEMS LISTED ABOVE ARE REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION. If

you fail to supply the required documents above, you will not be

considered further for this vacancy.The following documents are accepted, and may be required if

applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this

position. Please use this checklist to make sure you have included

other documents required for your application, such as a copy of

your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's

(current/former Federal employees), documentation to support

Veterans Preference claims, or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for

displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for

additional information.

- Cover Letter

- DD-214

- OF-306

- Other

- Other Veterans Document

- Resume

- SF-15

- SF-50Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible

Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or

for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must

provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and

character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are

currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or

discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to

your active duty service which reflects the dates of service,

character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of

impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others

eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of

eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10

Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.

Documentation is required to award preference. For more

information on Veterans' Preference, please visit

http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution

recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be

credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the

attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting

institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this

vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may

affect the overall rating.- BenefitsA 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. Learn 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 to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this

position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the

documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The

complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on

12/31/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire

click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10512856.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or

log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select

your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and

complete the occupational questionnaire.

Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and

appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS

account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the

Application Status link and then select the more information link

for this position. The Application page will display the status of

your application, the documentation received and processed, and any

correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your

uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan

process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA

JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy

announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents

from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a

condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of

Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals

who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where

patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as

part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,

VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers

(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary

units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA

licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and

unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee

basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,

and trainees who work at these facilities. HCP that are unable to

receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a

face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationH R MTNHOMEPhone423-926-1171 X7181Fax423-979-3443EmailVHAMOUHRASSISTANTS@VA.GOVAddressJames H Quillen VA Medical Center

Corner of Lamont Street and Veterans Way

Mountain Home, TN 37684

USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a

confirmation notification by email. After we receive application

packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy

announcement closes, we will review applications 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. Referred applicants will be

notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office

for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final

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submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed

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