Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $21.85 - $26.23
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
collective bargaining agreement coverage
Job Description
City of Hope is a world-renowned independent research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening diseases. Located in Duarte, California, the institution has grown into a national system that includes the Los Angeles campus and a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, as well as facilities in key cities such as Orange County, Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix. City of Hope is committed to delivering innovative care and groundbreaking therapies that improve the lives of patients and bring hope to families worldwide. Their team of compassionate professionals is dedicated to fulfilling the mission of providing the cures of tomorrow to those who need them today, through research, treatment, and comprehensive support services.
This job role is focused on joining the City of Hope culinary team where you will accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for multiple meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special or catered events. This position demands a high level of attention to detail and adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring nutritional and dietary requirements are met for patients, visitors, and staff. The successful candidate will contribute to a positive dining experience by providing excellent customer service, preparing food in accordance with federal, state, and City of Hope standards, and working collaboratively with other kitchen personnel. This role requires the preparation of ‘to order’ meals, sometimes under short preparation times, including specialty diets, while maintaining quality and consistency. The job also includes maintaining sanitation and safety regulations, attending training sessions, and participating in safety and hazard assessments. Employees are expected to comply with all company policies including safety, risk management, and infection control.
Candidates will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values teamwork and personal growth, with positions represented by a collective bargaining agreement. Employees’ pay is determined based on work experience, qualifications, and location. City of Hope also offers a range of comprehensive benefits to ensure the well-being and professional development of their dedicated staff. With two positions open, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to contribute meaningfully to a healthcare institution that deeply values service, quality, and community health impact.
This job role is focused on joining the City of Hope culinary team where you will accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for multiple meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special or catered events. This position demands a high level of attention to detail and adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring nutritional and dietary requirements are met for patients, visitors, and staff. The successful candidate will contribute to a positive dining experience by providing excellent customer service, preparing food in accordance with federal, state, and City of Hope standards, and working collaboratively with other kitchen personnel. This role requires the preparation of ‘to order’ meals, sometimes under short preparation times, including specialty diets, while maintaining quality and consistency. The job also includes maintaining sanitation and safety regulations, attending training sessions, and participating in safety and hazard assessments. Employees are expected to comply with all company policies including safety, risk management, and infection control.
Candidates will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values teamwork and personal growth, with positions represented by a collective bargaining agreement. Employees’ pay is determined based on work experience, qualifications, and location. City of Hope also offers a range of comprehensive benefits to ensure the well-being and professional development of their dedicated staff. With two positions open, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to contribute meaningfully to a healthcare institution that deeply values service, quality, and community health impact.
Job Requirements
- High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
- 0 to 2 years of related work experience
- Preferred knowledge of basic operation of kitchen equipment
- Preferred knowledge of cash-handling procedures
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
- 0 to 2 years of related work experience
- Preferred knowledge of basic operation of kitchen equipment
- Preferred knowledge of cash-handling procedures
Job Duties
- Prepares and cooks 'to order' foods with short preparation times
- Prepares and serves customers at an a la carte and may operate a grill station
- Prepares food according to federal, state and City of Hope standards
- Reads food orders or receives verbal instructions and prepares food accordingly
- Prepares meals for customers requiring special diets
- Provides excellent customer service
- Follows recipes and product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving various foods
- Operates kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients, wash, peel, cut, shred fruits and vegetables, and trim meat, poultry or fish
- Tastes products, reads menus, estimates food requirements, checks production, and keeps records
- Cleans and sanitizes work stations and equipment
- Attends allergy, foodborne illness in-service training, safety meetings, training and hazard assessments
- Receives inventory and moves/lifts foodstuffs and supplies
- Complies with safety and risk management policies and reports accidents
- Adheres to City of Hope policies, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental and infection control guidelines
- Practices confidentiality and integrity
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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