Cook - Dietary - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Pasadena, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $21.00 - $33.15

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee wellness programs

Job Description

Keck Medicine of USC is a leading healthcare institution affiliated with the University of Southern California. It is recognized for delivering exceptional patient care, advancing medical research, and providing comprehensive health services in a dynamic and supportive environment. As part of a prestigious academic medical center, Keck Medicine combines cutting-edge technology, dedicated professionals, and a commitment to innovation to enhance health outcomes and enrich community well-being. This esteemed establishment operates with a strong emphasis on quality, safety, and compassionate care, which extends not only to patients but also to employees and stakeholders alike.

The role of Cook at Keck Medicine of USC is a vital position within its Auxiliary Services category, contributing directly to the food service operations across various meal periods including Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Special or Catered Events. This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $21.00 to $33.15, reflective of the candidate’s experience, education, and other key factors such as internal peer equity and market considerations. The Cook will be responsible for accurately and efficiently preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting a wide array of hot and cold food items. This job demands adherence to high standards of food safety, quality, and customer service consistent with federal, state, and corporate guidelines.

A successful Cook at Keck Medicine of USC will operate under the supervision of kitchen management and will engage in various culinary tasks including cooking to order, serving customers in an a la carte setting, and operating grill stations. The role requires reading and following recipes carefully, taste-testing food products, estimating food requirements, managing inventory, and contributing to a sanitary work environment. Employees will participate in foodborne illness and allergy trainings to maintain compliance and ensure the highest quality food service is consistently delivered.

This position also involves a hands-on approach in handling foodstuffs and kitchen supplies, including receiving and moving inventory, as well as preparing special diet meals to accommodate specific client needs. Safety and risk management are paramount; therefore, the role includes active participation in safety meetings, training, and hazard assessments to maintain a safe working environment. The Cook will comply with all company policies and is expected to report any incidents promptly.

Keck Medicine of USC seeks individuals who demonstrate excellent customer service, effective communication skills, and the ability to work well within a team-oriented environment. The position balances technical cooking skills with interpersonal interactions, aiming to provide an exceptional dining experience for all patrons. This employment opportunity is ideal for those who thrive in fast-paced settings and possess a passion for culinary arts blended with commitment to health and safety standards.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
minimum of 2 years of experience as a substitution of education if no high school diploma, GED or equivalent
demonstrate excellent customer service behavior
demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
obtain Fire Life Safety Training card within 30 days of hire if working within LA City and maintain it by renewal before expiration date

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
excellent customer service behavior
excellent verbal and written communication skills
proficiency in Microsoft Office (word, outlook, excel) and PC literacy preferred
knowledge of basic operation of equipment and cash-handling procedures preferred

Job Duties

Prepares and cooks to order foods that may require short preparation time
may prepare food and serve customers at an a la carte and may operate a grill station
prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations to ensure high-quality food service is provided
reads food order or receives verbal instructions on food required by patron, and prepares and cooks food according to instructions
provides the highest quality of service to customers at all times
follows basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating establishments
prepares foods under direct supervision or instruction by operating a variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients, washing, peeling, cutting and shredding fruits and vegetables, and trimming and cutting meat, poultry or fish for culinary use
tastes products, reads menus, estimates food requirements, checks production, and keeps records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment
may clean and sanitize work stations and equipment and must follow all Keck Medicine of USC, client and regulatory rules and procedures
attends all allergy and foodborne illness in-service training
complies with all Keck Medicine of USC policies and procedures
reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner
complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures
participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments
attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated
may receive inventory, move and lift foodstuffs and supplies and prepare meals for customers requiring special diets
may produce some batch goods using basic cooking techniques
may perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned