Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $21.00 - $33.15
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
Keck Medicine of USC is a renowned healthcare institution recognized for its commitment to providing exceptional medical services and innovative patient care. As part of the University of Southern California, Keck Medicine combines clinical excellence, cutting-edge research, and education to improve health outcomes and enhance community wellness. Their extensive network includes hospitals, outpatient centers, and specialized treatment facilities, offering comprehensive medical services across various disciplines. The organization values dedication, teamwork, and continuous development in its workforce to maintain their high standards and adapt to evolving healthcare needs.
The position available is for a Cook within Keck Medicine of USC, categorized under Auxiliary Services. This role is pivotal in delivering quality food services to patients, staff, and visitors by preparing a diverse range of hot and cold food items accurately and efficiently. The Cook will be responsible for meal preparation during all service periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special or catered events. This employment opportunity offers an hourly wage ranging from $21.00 to $33.15, reflecting consideration of multiple factors such as experience, education, and organizational policies.
In this role, the individual will execute various culinary tasks such as cooking to order with a focus on short preparation times, operating grill stations, and adhering to federal, state, and corporate food safety standards. The Cook will follow recipes and food preparation instructions meticulously, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities also encompass handling special dietary meal preparations, batch cooking using standard cooking techniques, and maintaining clean and sanitized workspaces. The individual must participate in safety trainings, comply with all organizational policies, and support a safe work environment by reporting incidents and engaging in risk management activities.
Successful candidates will demonstrate strong customer service skills, effective verbal and written communication abilities, and a readiness to work collaboratively in a dynamic kitchen setting. The role demands flexibility in handling various duties that may arise according to the client requirements and business necessities. Training and professional development opportunities, including classroom and virtual sessions, are integral components of this position, fostering both personal growth and adherence to industry standards.
The position available is for a Cook within Keck Medicine of USC, categorized under Auxiliary Services. This role is pivotal in delivering quality food services to patients, staff, and visitors by preparing a diverse range of hot and cold food items accurately and efficiently. The Cook will be responsible for meal preparation during all service periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special or catered events. This employment opportunity offers an hourly wage ranging from $21.00 to $33.15, reflecting consideration of multiple factors such as experience, education, and organizational policies.
In this role, the individual will execute various culinary tasks such as cooking to order with a focus on short preparation times, operating grill stations, and adhering to federal, state, and corporate food safety standards. The Cook will follow recipes and food preparation instructions meticulously, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities also encompass handling special dietary meal preparations, batch cooking using standard cooking techniques, and maintaining clean and sanitized workspaces. The individual must participate in safety trainings, comply with all organizational policies, and support a safe work environment by reporting incidents and engaging in risk management activities.
Successful candidates will demonstrate strong customer service skills, effective verbal and written communication abilities, and a readiness to work collaboratively in a dynamic kitchen setting. The role demands flexibility in handling various duties that may arise according to the client requirements and business necessities. Training and professional development opportunities, including classroom and virtual sessions, are integral components of this position, fostering both personal growth and adherence to industry standards.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- If no high school diploma, GED or equivalent, a minimum of 2 years of experience is required as a substitution of education
- Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Fire life safety training (LA City), if no card upon hire, must obtain within 30 days and maintain renewal (required within LA City only)
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrated 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
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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