Cook - Hillcrest - 141000

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); Sur place; USD 56 000 - 70 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Meal vouchers and complimentary coffee

Vacation/holidays (15 days)

Work/Life Balance

Work shoes provided

Résumé du poste

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Cook to prepare and service menu items for cafeteria, tray-line, and special events. The cook will handle meat, fish, sauces, and plating, while maintaining high quality, accuracy, and presentation in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

The position requires at least one year of cook experience, strong knowledge of sanitation, portion control, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• One 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.

Responsabilités

• Prepare hot and cold menu items according to department recipes.
• Prepare meat fabrication, fish cutting, and sauce making to standard.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary workstation and manage equipment properly.
• Ensure portion control and attractive plate presentation.
• Close kitchen per closing checklist and assist with shift handoffs.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and contribute improvement ideas.

Connaissances

Customer service

Food preparation

Teamwork

Sanitation knowledge

Culinary skills

Formation

High school diploma/GED

Food Handler's Card/Certification

Description du poste

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 08/21/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Please note that this position is a part-time appointment with hours flexing up to full-time.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, perform a variety of duties related to hot and cold production and service to customers, according to established procedures and quality standards. Prepare menu items in advance of serving and to order for cafeteria, tray-line and special functions, according to department standardized recipes. Prepare food items to the highest standards with respect to appearance, taste, temperature, and portion control.

The Cook will also perform meat fabrication, fish cutting, sauce making. Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served. Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures. Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saute burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.

Prepares item for grilling, sauteing or other cooking methods. Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes. Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen. Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef, Sous Chef or manager-on-duty.

Our employees enjoy competitive total compensation packages in a diverse, stimulating workforce.

This position is eligible for full benefits (Heath/Vision/Dental) first day of hire:
a) Meal vouchers and complimentary coffee/tea/drinks.
b) Vacation/holidays (15 vacation days & 14 paid holidays a year).
c) Work/Life Balance.
d) Work shoes provided by department.

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MINIMUM 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED and / or equivalent certification / experience / training.
• Food Handler's Card/Certification.
• Ability to efficiently scratch cook with meats, fish, vegetables, soups and sauces.
• Experience in all stations, proficient knife skills, ability to take directions and work as part of a team.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Must be able to bend, squat, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $56,105 - $69,718 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $26.87 - $33.39

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).