LCC Banquets Cook

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Luskin Conference Center Banquets team at UCLA seeks a proactive Banquets Cook to lead production for large catered events, design station layouts, and oversee staff. You will ensure high-quality menu presentations and efficient service in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in food preparation, catering kitchen experience, and strong knowledge of safety, sanitation, and inventory control. This on-site role requires reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of food preparation and kitchen maintenance (Required)
• 1+ year experience in a catering kitchen (Preferred)
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic calculations for recipes, measurements, and portions (Required)
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety rules for food production and service (Required)
• Inventory control principles familiarity (Required)
• Ability to work with diverse populations respectfully (Required)
• Strong culinary terminology and techniques (Required)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills (Required)

Responsibilities

• Lead production for catered events and design station layouts.
• Guide team members to deliver high-quality menu offerings.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and portion control for large-scale service.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Team leadership

High-volume catering

Reading and math for recipes

Sanitation & safety knowledge

Time management

Attendance & reliability

Independent judgment

Job description

Department Summary

The Luskin Conference Center (LCC) is a 300,000-square-foot, 7-story property on the UCLA campus. The LCC is comprised of 254 guest rooms, approximately 25,000 square feet of meeting space, a 160-seat restaurant, a fitness center, and a business center. The LCC is an academic meeting and conference destination supporting UCLA's education and research mission. The LCC Banquets team exclusively provides meals, snacks, and coffee breaks to conference and event guests at LCC.

Position Summary

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Banquets Cook to deliver exceptional catered dining experiences. In this role, you will play a key leadership role in producing high-quality menu offerings, guiding team members, and designing station layouts for catered events throughout the Luskin Conference Center. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy bringing culinary presentations to life for large-scale events, we’d love to have you on our team!

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and 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

• 3+ years Food preparation and general maintenance of a kitchen (Required) Or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)
• 1+ year Experience in a catering kitchen (Preferred)
• Ability to read, understand, and speak English sufficient to determine and carry out job duties (Required)
• Ability to engage with diverse populations in a respectful and culturally responsive manner (Required)
• Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team (Required)
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic calculations necessary to understand recipes, measurements, and portion sizes (Required)
• Knowledge of the rules and procedures of sanitation and safety as they apply to production, storage, and service within a food establishment (Required)
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods (Required)
• Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures for both personal and public safety (Required)
• Ability to produce and present food in high-volume catering environments and work effectively under conditions of a fluctuating workload and schedule (Required)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills skills to review daily orders and plan daily work schedules (Required)
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance (Required)
• Ability to operate independently and exercise good judgment to ensure customer satisfaction (Required)
• Strong culinary techniques and practices and understanding of culinary terminology (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
• Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.
• Available to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs (Required)

Schedule

Variable

Union/Policy Covered

SX-Service

Complete Position Description

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