Senior Cook

University of California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is opening a new Neuropsychiatric Hospital, and this role supports meal preparation for patients and staff under the guidance of senior kitchen leadership. The position requires flexibility to float to different locations and to uphold high sanitation and safety standards in a hospital setting.

The ideal candidate can work independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively with team members and patients.

Qualifications

• Effective communication to interact with customers and staff.
• Ability to build cooperative relationships with team members.
• Self-sufficient with the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• Flexible in managing diverse tasks and shifting priorities.
• Knowledge of University, Hospital, and Department policies including HR procedures.
• Adherence to sanitation and safety standards (JCAHO and HACCP).
• Physical stamina to stand, bend, walk, lift, push, and pull for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook meals for patients, staff, visitors, and special events.
• Will float to various locations per departmental needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in food preparation areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Task prioritization

Policy knowledge

Sanitation standards

Physical stamina

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 and Sous Chef, 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

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).