What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Worker Chesapeake position at Versability Resources Inc?
About VersAbility Resources
VersAbility Resources is a nonprofit based in Hampton, Virginia, supporting people with disabilities through employment services, day programs, and residential community living. We partner with families, employers, and community organizations to help people live, work, and thrive.
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Role Overview
VersAbility Resources is seeking dependable and hardworking Food Service Worker to support food service operations within a government dining facility serving military personnel. This role focuses on sanitation, custodial, dishwashing, stocking, and kitchen support duties to help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient environment. This is not a cooking or culinary role, but rather a hands-on food service support position ideal for individuals who work well in fast-paced environments, take pride in cleanliness and teamwork, and are willing to learn.
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AbilityOne Program Commitment
VersAbility Resources participates in the AbilityOne Program, a federal initiative that creates employment opportunities for individuals with significant disabilities. In accordance with AbilityOne requirements, a minimum of 75% of direct labor hours on this contract are performed by individuals with qualified disabilities.
VersAbility Resources values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Military veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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What You’ll Do
- Perform food service sanitation, custodial, and kitchen support duties during assigned shifts
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, dining areas, beverage stations, restrooms, and dishwashing areas
- Operate commercial dishwashing machines and food service equipment safely
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and maintain cleanliness throughout assigned areas
- Remove trash, debris, and recyclable materials from service areas
- Restock beverages, supplies, and service items as needed
- Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing supplies
- Follow food safety, sanitation, chemical handling, and workplace safety procedures
- Maintain quality standards outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW)
- Provide professional customer service to military personnel and team members
- Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Qualifications
- No high school diploma or GED required; completion of at least 8th grade preferred
- No prior experience required; training provided
- Previous food service, custodial, warehouse, or customer service experience preferred
- Ability to work in a fastpaced, teamoriented environment
- Strong reliability, attendance, and willingness to learn
- Ability to safely operate cleaning tools and food service equipment and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to pass required background/security screenings conducted by VersAbility Resources and the U.S. Government
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Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This role operates in a commercial kitchen and food service environment within a government facility. Employees may be exposed to heat, steam, humidity, wet surfaces, cleaning chemicals, food waste, and moderate noise levels.
The position requires prolonged standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and repetitive motion throughout the shift. Employees must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs. and work safely in fast-paced kitchen and sanitation environments.
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Schedule
This position is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday from 6:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Candidates must be able to work flexible hours in a facility that operates seven days a week, including holidays, based on operational and government contract needs.
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Why Join Us
- Be part of a missiondriven organization supporting military food service operations
- Work in a structured, teamoriented environment
- Paid training provided
- Opportunities for stability, growth, and longterm employment
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How to Apply
Apply online through VersAbility Resources’ careers site. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at wehire@versability.org
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Equal Employment Opportunity
VersAbility Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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About Versability Resources Inc
“VersAbility Resources — Serving People with Disabilities of All Ages — is a national nonprofit organization based in Hampton, Virginia, committed to empowering people with disabilities to live, work, and thrive as active members of our communities. Serving over 1,500 individuals and their families annually, VersAbility offers a comprehensive range of programs and services, including early childhood, residential, day support, workforce training, and diverse employment opportunities. VersAbility is committed to a drug-free workplace in line with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, ensuring a safe, productive environment. It also promotes equal opportunity for all, offering reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform job duties. For assistance with applications, people can contact 757-896-6461.