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Position Title
Food Service Worker
Agency
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CBDG-10426429-19-EAB Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, February 19, 2019 to Monday, March 11, 2019
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you an employee of the department/service line indicated for this position?
This includes: Career/Career Conditional or Excepted Service (i.e. Canteen, Hybrid, Title 38, etc. and meets interchange agreement requirements). This does not include temporary, term or temporary intermittent.

To verify your eligibility, you may be required submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50).  Please review the instructions in the announcement.  Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met (if applicable) and include your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. Competitive or Excepted).  Please be aware that award SF-50's do not always include this pertinent information.
(limit characters)
3. Are you an employee of the facility indicated for this position?
This includes: Career/Career Conditional or Excepted Service (i.e. Canteen, Hybrid, Title 38, etc. and meets interchange agreement requirements). This does not include temporary, term or temporary intermittent.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50).  Your SF-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met (if applicable) and include your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.e. Competitive or Excepted).  Please be aware that award SF-50's do not always include this pertinent information.
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4. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
  • have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,
  • retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
(limit characters)
5. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND, 
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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6. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
(limit characters)
7. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for Schedule A Disability appointments?

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
(limit characters)
8. Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you:
  • served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (NOTE: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,
  • are entitled to veterans' preference?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.  *Note current Federal employees must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements.
(limit characters)
9. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
  • recently separated (within the past 3 years); OR,
  • are a disabled veteran; OR,
  • served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition; OR,
  • received an Armed Forces Service Medal?
If eligible, submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, provide the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
(limit characters)
10. Are you a Veterans Health Administration employee?
This includes: Career/Career Conditional or Excepted Service (i.e. Canteen, Hybrid, Title 38, etc. and meets interchange agreement requirements). This does not include temporary, term or temporary intermittent.
(limit characters)
Preferences
1. Would you accept part-time employment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
1. Are you a current federal employee with the ability to compete for a permanent position? (Must provide a current, non-award, SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) with occupation and pay/grade data) -OR- A former federal employee with reinstatement rights? (Must provide your separation SF-50). -OR- Are you a preference eligible Veteran? Preference eligible Veterans must submit a copy of their DD214 (Member Copy 4) showing character of discharge. Veterans claiming a disability must submit a completed SF15 (Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference) and a copy of their Disability rating letter from the Veterans Benefits Administration.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Performing reliably and dependably is based on past work and/or school performance. (limit characters)
3. Using proper cleaning solutions to sanitize food preparation surfaces. (limit characters)
4. Cleaning walk-in refrigerators and freezers in a food service or food handling organization. (limit characters)
5. Handling and storing sanitized dishes, glasses and silverware for public use. (limit characters)
6. Making sandwiches using prepared ingredients for cafeteria or buffet lines. (limit characters)
7. Portioning food items into standard serving sizes using the proper utensils and containers. (limit characters)
8. Assembling and tossing fresh fruit or green salad in large quantities for public consumption. (limit characters)
9. Brewing coffee in a restaurant/commericial size coffee maker. (limit characters)
10. Setting up glasses, silverware, dishes, trays and condiments in communal dining area. (limit characters)
11. Scouring and scrubbing heavy cooking utensils such as mixing bowls and pots. (limit characters)
12. Performing heavy duty cleaning tasks such as ceilings and/or exhaust hoods. (limit characters)
13. Loading and operating a continuous conveyor belt feeding dishwasher. (limit characters)
14. Setting up cafeteria lines and/or steam-tables with hot and cold food items. (limit characters)
15. Standing/walking to clear tables and carrying trays of heavy dishes for several hours or more at a time. (limit characters)
16. Sweeping and mopping floors repetitively in high traffic areas such as corridors, entry ways, cafeterias and other areas. (limit characters)
17. Moving kitchen equipment such as stand mixers, weight scales and meat slicers to clean spaces behind and under such equipment. (limit characters)
18. Delivering meals, which may include hot food and liquids, to patient's bedsides or patrons. (limit characters)
19. Emptying trashcans containing food scraps and waste. (limit characters)
20. Reading and understanding written material such as time and duty schedules. (limit characters)
21. Reading and following instructions with regard to safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals. (limit characters)
22. Reading and following instructions on menus, recipes, and or basic work instructions. (limit characters)
23. Following label directions in using cleaning or disinfecting/sanitizing agents. (limit characters)
24. Applying sanitation principles to safeguard food against spoilage and waste. (limit characters)
25. Adhering to safety policies and procedures when performing manual work involving lifting, carrying, transporting and delivering food or other items. (limit characters)
26. Working quickly without accidents while at the same time being attentive to the quality of your work. (limit characters)
27. Recognizing typical health and safety hazards for yourself and other workers around you. (limit characters)
28. Working rapidly and accurately under the pressure of dealines. (limit characters)