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Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $27.22
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional Development
meal discounts
Job Description
USC Hospitality is a prominent division within USC Auxiliary Services, recognized as one of the largest employers on the University of Southern California campus. Serving a diverse population that includes students, athletes, faculty, staff, and visitors, USC Hospitality operates a variety of food service concepts ranging from fine dining restaurants to residential dining facilities. With outlets spread across both USC campuses, the department is committed to providing fresh, made-to-order, and nourishing meals that cater to the needs and preferences of the Trojan community. Known for its dedication to innovative culinary experiences, USC Hospitality collaborates with executive chefs and directors who... Show More
Job Requirements
- minimum education of specialized or technical training
- minimum 3 years culinary experience including at least six months as a USC Culinary Specialist or equivalent
- successful completion of culinary skills test administered by Executive Chef
- knowledge of kitchen equipment
- knowledge of restaurant and catering/special event cooking
- demonstrated customer service experience
- experience working in fast-paced environments
- knowledge of classical and modern cooking techniques
- effective English communication
- knowledge of food handling and sanitation procedures
- ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- commitment to USC's unifying values
Job Qualifications
- specialized or technical training
- minimum 3 years experience
- culinary school certificate or diploma from a culinary arts and management nationally accredited school
- knowledge of all kitchen equipment, small or large scale
- knowledge of both restaurant and catering/special event cooking
- demonstrated customer service experience
- experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- knowledge of classical cooking techniques and modern cookery
- ability to effectively communicate in English
- knowledge of standard food handling and sanitation procedures
- ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- strong commitment to USC's unifying values
Job Duties
- provide customer services to faculty, staff, students, and guests
- measure, cut, and mix ingredients according to recipes and/or direction from unit chef/manager
- cook and prepare food according to chef/managers direction to specific quality, quantity, appearance, and temperature
- ensure all food goods are utilized to maximum yield, reduces waste, spoilage, and pilferage
- prepare food items for a la carte and special events food goods according to the recipe or instructions provided by the unit chef/managers
- ensure compliance and consistency with product, menu, and recipe specifications and on time production standards
- adhere to the kitchen sanitation program
- comply with standard food handling and sanitation procedures
- complete temperature and cooling logs as directed
- ensure work/cooking space is neat, orderly, and left in a clean and sanitized manner
- maintain working knowledge of classical and modern cooking techniques including but not limited to grill, fry, broil, roast, poach, blanch, and bake
- learn and execute new techniques applied to batch, prep, and a la carte menu items
- adhere to department service, health, and sanitation standards, safety and university rules and regulations
- store all food goods in approved containers that are wrapped, dated and labeled (where applicable) and store equipment in proper place
- maintain cleanliness and organization of facilities, kitchen common areas, stations, tools, kitchen small wares, and cooking equipment
- ensure proper use of kitchen small wares and cooking equipment, including proper knife handling and sharpening procedures
- maintain personal and professional tools in adherence with policies and procedures
- report any maintenance issue to the unit chef/manager
- provide guidance and direction to culinary and kitchen staff
- attend all required culinary trainings
- perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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