Senior Cook - Upscale Meal Prep & Catering (Part-Time)

University of California, Irvine; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Discounts and perks

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Senior Cook to lead upscale, culturally diverse menus for patient care, retail operations, and catered events. Under supervision of the Executive Chef, you will design menus, prepare ingredients from scratch, and ensure safety and quality.

This role requires strong cooking techniques, English communication, and the ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook in a large kitchen or cafeteria.
• Ability to follow recipes and specifications for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Knowledge of common cooking terminology and standard weights and measures.

Responsibilities

• Conceive and implement upscale, culturally diverse menus for patient care, retail and catering.
• Prepare and cook meals from scratch following recipes.
• Ensure proper storage, sanitation, and adherence to safety policies.

Skills

English communication

Cooking techniques

Cook experience

Customer service

Cooking terminology

Flexible scheduling

Work pace

Team collaboration

Culinary exam

Food production

Five years experience

Decision making

Basic computers

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, CA is seeking a Senior Cook to lead upscale, culturally diverse menus for patient care, retail operations, and catered events. Under supervision of the Executive Chef, you will design menus, prepare ingredients from scratch, and ensure safety and quality.

This role requires strong cooking techniques, English communication, and the ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.