Culinary Specialist - Fresh, Made-to-Order Dining

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California invites applications for a Culinary Specialist at the Los Angeles campus. You will prepare food, follow recipes, and assist in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and inventory.

Candidates should have a high school level education, at least 1 year in a fast-paced kitchen, strong English communication, and the ability to pass a culinary skills test. USC offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Culinary skills test administered by the Executive Chef.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, small and large scale.
• Experience in restaurant and banquet cooking.
• Proven customer service experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer services to faculty, staff, students, and guests.
• Prepare food items according to recipes or Chef instructions.
• Assist the Chef by working in other areas of the kitchen as assigned.
• Maintain inventories.
• Maintain cleanliness of facilities and sanitation program.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Fast paced environment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Southern California invites applications for a Culinary Specialist at the Los Angeles campus. You will prepare food, follow recipes, and assist in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and inventory.

Candidates should have a high school level education, at least 1 year in a fast-paced kitchen, strong English communication, and the ability to pass a culinary skills test. USC offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.