Cafeteria Cook | Flexible Hours & Full Benefits

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers and complimentary coffee

Vacation/holidays (15 vacation days &

Job summary

UC San Diego is seeking a part-time Cook to support hot and cold production for cafeteria service and special functions. You will prepare items in advance and to order, ensuring quality, appearance, and portion control while adhering to standardized recipes and safety standards.

The role includes meat fabrication, fish cutting, sauce making, and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen with proper closing procedures. Benefits and a competitive compensation package are offered.

Qualifications

• One (1) year experience as a cook in a large restaurant, hotel, or complex healthcare facility.
• Ability to prepare and coordinate food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to patients and special functions, according to department standardized recipes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food and food products.
• Ability to perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.
• Proven skill in all areas of quality food production to include tray-line, cafeteria, grill and/or catering.
• Ability to maintain kitchen area in a clean and organized fashion at all times, with floor dry and equipment property cleaned and sanitized.
• Knowledge of health department codes and ability to adhere to policies regarding sanitation at all times.
• Must possess superb customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items in advance of serving and to order for cafeteria, tray-line and special functions.
• Prepare food items to the highest standards with respect to appearance, taste, temperature, and portion control.
• Perform meat fabrication, fish cutting, sauce making.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including all equipment.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Assist in closing the kitchen and participate in staff meetings.
• Attend scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef, Sous Chef or manager-on-duty.

Skills

Cook experience

Customer service

Food knowledge

Sanitation

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

UC San Diego is seeking a part-time Cook to support hot and cold production for cafeteria service and special functions. You will prepare items in advance and to order, ensuring quality, appearance, and portion control while adhering to standardized recipes and safety standards.

The role includes meat fabrication, fish cutting, sauce making, and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen with proper closing procedures. Benefits and a competitive compensation package are offered.