The Food Service Worker Supervisor serves as the direct supervisory official for all patient food service areas at the Bay Pines Healthcare System. The incumbent provides patient care appropriate to the cognitive, emotional, cultural, and age specific needs of the adult and/or geriatric patient by overseeing the smooth, efficient operation of patient food service in a large medical facility..

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to: Supervises all areas of food production and service including food preparation, nourishment, tray delivery and retrieval; Takes corrective action for any problems that might arise on the floors pertaining to food service; Receives and inspects deliveries and requisitions all supplies needed in all food service areas; Prepares performance ratings/competencies for all employees under their direct supervision; Discusses work performance and problems with employees, monitors tardiness and attendance, provides guidance and makes necessary adjustments in assignments when necessary; Carries out the responsibilities of the position within general instructions, standard procedures and established policies; Ensures subordinates complete the tasks to which they are assigned and explains work requirements to meet food service schedules; Establishes priorities for daily operations in the event of emergency situations; defines the standards of quality and quantity to be met; Serves as a member of the in-service training team by providing individual and/or group instruction for employees; Provides guidance and assistance for lower grade employees in making decision when assembling patient trays and utilizing correct foods to be served on modified diets; Maintains inventory of food service supplies and equipment; Conducts quality assurance monitors and sanitation reviews; Supervises the delivery and retrieval of patient trays which includes interacting with members of the multidisciplinary team; Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full-time; Varies based on Service needs Position Description Title/PD#: Food Service Worker Supervisor/PD516-04657-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Supervisory Statement: A one year supervisory probation period may be required for this position.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/11/2023. 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. ***Preferred Experience***: Supervisory experience in healthcare nutrition and food services. Experience training in food safety and sanitation, patient centered care, customer service and food service equipment operation. Experience assigning work, scheduling, timekeeping, and providing performance evaluations. Experience managing a food service operation including opening and closing the department, and covering for other supervisors and NFS leadership. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which is "Ability to Lead or Supervise." Applicants who appear to meet the screen out element are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated from consideration. The potential eligibles are rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety 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. 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: Incumbent must be able to adjust to alternative shifts. Work requires lifting and ?carrying heavy items on a recurring basis. During large part of tour works either standing or moving about on tile floors. Must possess sufficient physical stamina to report for duty regularly and perform a full range of required duties. Responsibility may require shift changes on short notice and at any hour. Working Conditions: Work requires adherence to defined safety rules to avoid hazards associated with the operation and cleaning of steam and electrical equipment used in Nutrition and Food Services. Must use proper procedures in lifting and moving heavy objects to avoid bruises, strains and other injury. Must be alert and cautious to avoid falls on wet floors, burns and scalds from hot foods and equipment, cuts from knives and other equipment and injury from improper use of chemicals. Must have the ability to work rapidly, yet efficiently to meet meal schedules and time frames. Works in areas subject to change in temperature when required to enter refrigerators or freezer. Is required to wear protective clothing provided when entering freezer. Must be clean and neat at all times and set the standard for proper uniform compliance. May be exposed to contagious disease while in patient care units to solicit customer feedback, investigate employee issues and/or attend team meetings. Must exercise proper handling procedures and caution when dealing with medical waste inappropriately returned to Nutrition and Food Services on soiled trays.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address CW Bill Young Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 10000 Bay Pines Boulevard Bay Pines, FL 33744 US
• Name: Yvonne Misiak
• Phone: 727-318-8684
• Email: [email protected]