The incumbent serves as the primary shift supervisor and will be directly responsible for the supervision of all food service activities and coordinates the activities of the Food Service Workers in the different elements of the Food Service Section DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: Supervising all areas of food production and service including food preparation, nourishment, tray delivery and retrieval, making rounds on the patient wards, meeting ward personnel and taking corrective action for any problems that might arise on the floors pertaining to food service Receiving and inspecting deliveries Requisitioning all supplies needed for the different areas in Food Service Efficient overall sanitation throughout Nutrition and Food Service Conducting menu conferences, completing schedule assignments, cold prep sheets, record temperatures and completing tray assembly area report Monitoring and assuring that the proper procedures are carried out in the Diet Communication Center Preparing performance ratings/competencies for all employees under his or her direct supervision Closely supervising work performance of employees under his/her supervision and discussing work performance and problems with them; checking employees on and off duty Monitoring tardiness and attendance of employees under his/her supervision and providing guidance to the employees Making necessary adjustments in assignments to make sure work is completed Working under the immediate supervision of the Cook Supervisor/Team Captain and is accountable for the quantity and quality of the work done Carrying out the responsibilities of the position within general instructions, standard procedures and established policies such as VA and hospital regulations, quality assurance monitors, procedure manuals, diet manuals, training guides, menus, etc Embodying the concepts of Customer Service and emphasizing it's importance with employees in the performance of one's duties Developing and fostering the climate for positive interactive relationships and demonstrating support for quality service to patients and among Services Assuring overall Medical Center effectiveness through continued coordination of policies and procedures within the Medical Center. Following appropriate communication channels, which promote timely transmission of information, both horizontally and vertically. Operating an effective working unit by assuring that subordinates complete the tasks to which they are assigned Explaining work requirements so that all food supply items required are available for meeting the meal service schedule Knowledgeable of the responsibilities and performance requirements of Food Service Workers WG-2 through WG-4 and WL-4 Using work outlines to direct employees in making preparations for meal service In emergency situations, establishing priorities in the daily operation, this requires using employees available which may be less than originally scheduled and starting and completing all operations in the allotted time Defining the standards of quality and quantity to be met; instructing subordinates on difficult work operations; reviewing work while in progress or on completion to insure the correct portion sizes, serving dishes, etc., have been used Changing work plans, work assignments and methods as necessary to reduce or control costs and to accomplish the work of the unit as effectively as possible in both usual and emergency situations Serving as a member of the in-service training team by providing individual and/or group instruction for employees in the correct care and maintenance of food service equipment Providing instruction in correct sanitation and cleaning procedures, such as how to mop a floor, how to clean stainless steel, etc Knowledgeable on the correct foods to be served on modified diets and providing guidance and assistance for lower grade employees in making decision when assembling patients trays Maintaining inventory of food service supplies and equipment Conducting all quality assurance monitors and sanitation reviews in accordance with established procedures Supervising the delivery and retrieval of patient trays which includes interacting with members of the multidisciplinary team Supervising the tray assembly operation and for all aspects of sanitation Work Schedule: Sunday - Saturday, 5am to 7pm; including holidays Position Description Title/PD#: Supervisory Food Service Worker/PD99816S

Requirements

• 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 process

Qualifications

To 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: Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)Lead or SuperviseMaterialsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWork Practices 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address VA Western Colorado Health Care System 2121 North Avenue Grand Junction, CO 81501 US
• Name: Leslie Foreman
• Phone: 9185773050
• Email: [email protected]