Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $27.22
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discounts
wellness programs
Job Description
USC Hospitality is a dynamic and integral part of the University of Southern California, providing exceptional dining services across a variety of settings including fine dining restaurants and residential dining facilities. Serving thousands of students, athletes, faculty, staff, and visitors, USC Hospitality is one of the six core business units under the umbrella of USC Auxiliary Services, making it one of the largest employers within the USC campus community. Known for its innovative approach to food service, USC Hospitality operates a range of self-operated dining concepts that emphasize fresh, made-to-order meals crafted from locally sourced ingredients. The organization is led... Show More
Job Requirements
- Specialized or technical training
- 3 years of relevant culinary experience including at least six months in a comparable role
- Culinary school certificate or diploma from an accredited institution
- Knowledge of all kitchen equipment
- Experience in restaurant and catering or special event cooking
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Experience working in fast-paced kitchen settings
- Knowledge of classical and modern cooking techniques
- Effective English communication skills
- Knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards
- Ability to lift weights up to 50 lbs
- Commitment to USC's unifying values
Job Qualifications
- Specialized or technical training
- 3 years of experience in culinary roles
- Culinary school certificate or diploma from an accredited culinary arts and management school
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment, both small and large scale
- Experience with restaurant and catering/special event cooking
- Demonstrated customer service experience
- Familiarity with classical and modern cooking techniques
- Ability to effectively communicate in English
- Knowledge of standard food handling and sanitation procedures
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Job Duties
- Provide customer services to faculty, staff, students, and guests
- Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction without unnecessary referrals
- Maintain friendly, helpful demeanor
- Provide timely options for specialty diets or dietary restrictions
- Measure, cut, and mix ingredients according to recipes and chef instructions
- Cook and prepare food to meet quality, quantity, appearance, and temperature standards
- Maximize utilization of food goods to reduce waste, spoilage, and pilferage
- Prepare food items for a la carte and special events according to recipe specifications
- Adhere to kitchen sanitation programs and standard food handling procedures
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen facilities, stations, tools, and equipment
- 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)
Job Location
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