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The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a premier university dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. Renowned globally for its commitment to advanced biomedical research, graduate education in life sciences and health professions, and superior patient care, UCSF is a beacon of innovation and excellence. The university is home to numerous world-class experts and five Nobel laureates who have made significant advancements in understanding diseases such as cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, aging, and stem cell biology. UCSF fosters a diverse and inclusive community, emphasizing professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence through its PRIDE values. The institution is deeply committed to equity in both healthcare delivery and workforce representation, cultivating a welcoming environment that embraces diverse perspectives to drive culturally competent education, research, and patient care.

This Food Service Worker role at UCSF is integral to its Nutrition & Food Services department, contributing directly to the hospital's mission of providing exceptional patient and customer experiences. The position involves teamwork and collaboration to deliver food services that are safe, accurate, timely, and responsive to the needs of patients and customers. The role encompasses preparation of foods for Patient Food Services, Retail Food Services, and Catering Services. The worker is responsible not only for cooking but also for stocking, assembling, portion-controlling hot and cold foods, replenishing food stations, and maintaining sanitation standards. An essential part of the position is establishing and monitoring food quality and temperature standards to ensure consistency and the highest possible quality.

Additionally, the Food Service Worker serves as a Culinary Ambassador for the Nutrition & Food Services department, providing excellent interpersonal interaction with customers, patients, and staff. Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in foodservice areas and equipment is critical to this role, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This employment opportunity embodies a flexible work environment as the role may require working across various UCSF Medical Center locations. Candidates considering this position should expect to meet the physical demands inherent to the job duties.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent work experience, with preferred candidates having completed culinary school or possessing two years of food production experience. The role also demands basic computer skills and the ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English effectively. Preferred qualifications include additional education such as two years of college, hands-on experience in large-scale food production environments, familiarity with industrial kitchen equipment like blast chillers and steam jacketed kettles, and ServSafe certification.

UCSF offers a dynamic and supportive work environment driven by a commitment to health promotion worldwide, equity, and continuous learning. As a Food Service Worker, candidates have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to improving healthcare experiences by ensuring high standards of nutrition and food service delivery. The salary and final offer are subject to UCSF policies and internal equity considerations. UCSF provides competitive benefits and values every employee's contribution to its mission. Join UCSF to advance your career while making an impactful difference in health and nutrition services.