Cook Assistant

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Los Angeles is seeking a Cook Assistant to support food preparation and kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, maintaining safety standards, and leading small teams. This role requires flexibility in working hours, including nights and weekends.

Benefits

UC Benefit package

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in food preparation and maintenance.
• Ability to lead small teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate kitchen equipment and prepare food according to safety standards.
• Maintain production logs and ensure food quality.

Skills

English

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Mixers

Food Processors

Pizza Ovens

Gas Range

Deep Fat Fryers

Job description

Position Summary

Salary & Compensation

UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors such as budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure, certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in food preparation and general maintenance in a kitchen or dining area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Preferred)
• Ability to read, understand, and speak English sufficiently to determine and carry out job duties. (Required)
• Skill in interacting effectively with guests, team members, and managers in a high-volume public contact setting using positive body language, direct eye contact, active listening, and problem-solving techniques. (Required)
• Skill in adding and subtracting whole numbers, decimals, and fractions sufficient to adhere to production and customer flow parameters. (Required)
• Ability to measure dry and liquid food ingredients in the appropriate units of measurement. (Required)
• Skill in operating equipment such as mixers, food processors, slicers, blenders, pizza ovens, gas range, flat top grill, char broiler, hot wells, deep fat fryers, rotisseries, rheon machines, woks, saute pans, steamers, and kettles. (Required)
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety rules and procedures as they apply to food production, storage, and service. (Required)
• Time management and organizational skills to review daily production needs and plan work schedules. (Required)
• Culinary knowledge of food inventory, recipes, menus, production methods, and culinary terminology. (Required)
• Ability to lead and provide team leadership to one or more Senior Food Service Workers and Food Service Workers. (Required)
• Ability to lead small teams (2-5 people) collaboratively, motivating team members to complete tasks effectively and efficiently. (Required)
• Ability to accurately complete and maintain paperwork, including temperature logs and production records. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• High School Diploma (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment contingent upon satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: Must be completed prior to employment start.
• Age Requirement: Candidates must be 18 years or older.
• Pre-Placement Physical: Employment contingent upon satisfactory physical examination.
• Reading Comprehension Test: A reading assessment will be conducted.

Schedule

Working hours will vary and include nights and weekends.

Union/Policy Covered

SX-Service

Complete Position Description

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