Cook, Mid-Wilshire

University of California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health is seeking a dedicated individual to prepare and cook meals at its new Neuropsychiatric Hospital. In this role, you will work under the Executive Chef and collaborate with a team to ensure exceptional dining experiences for patients and staff.

Candidates must possess strong communication skills, physical stamina for lifting and movement, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Join us for a rewarding career focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook meals for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Support the opening of the new Neuropsychiatric Hospital.
• Float to various locations as needed by the department.

Skills

Effective communication skills in English

Ability to build cooperative relationships

Self-sufficient task completion

Flexibility in task management

Adherence to sanitation and safety protocols

Physical stamina

Ability to lift and move 50+ lbs

Job description

Description

At UCLA Health, our passion for delivering the highest quality patient care has enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with four award-winning hospitals and more than 270 community clinics throughout Southern California. We're also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you're looking to play a key role in supporting exceptional patient experiences, join us and enjoy a fulfilling career at UCLA Health.

This position will play a key role in supporting the opening of our new Neuropsychiatric Hospital. Working under the direction of the Executive Chef, Senior Manager, Principal Cook, and Senior Cook, you will prepare, season, and cook meals for patients, staff, visitors, and special events.

• Will be required to float to various locations per departmental needs

Effective 06/22/2025, employees represented by the AFSCME Union will receive a minimum wage of $25.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills in English to interact with customers and staff.
• Ability to build and maintain cooperative relationships with team members.
• Self-sufficient with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Flexible in managing diverse tasks and shifting priorities.
• Knowledge of University, Hospital, and Department policies, including Human Resources procedures.
• Adherence to sanitation and safety protocols, including JCAHO and HACCP standards.
• Physical stamina to stand, bend, walk, lift, push, and pull for extended periods in varying temperatures.
• Ability to lift and move 50+ lbs and work with strong cleaning solutions.
• Strong ability to read and understand departmental policies, memos, and safety standards (e.g., HACCP, JCAHO).