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Cook, Per Diem

UCLA Health System
Los Angeles, CA Per Diem
POSTED ON 8/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/6/2026

Description

UCLA Health's Ronald Reagan Hospital is looking for a dedicated skilled Cook to join our Department of Nutrition. In this role, you will play a key part in support out food service operations, ensuring high-quality meal preparation, and providing excellent customer service. Primary duties include:

Set up service lines and pre-plate foods for meal service

Prepare meals by cooking, grilling, baking, and managing the omelet and stir-fry stations

Assist customers during service times, ensuring a positive dining experience

Follow standardized recipes to maintain consistency and quality

Review menus, production sheets, and recipes to ensure all necessary items are prepared

Cook a variety of foods, including meat, fish, and vegetables, using various methods

Clean, cut, slice, dice, weigh, and measure ingredients as needed for recipes

Plate and garnish food to ensure an attractive presentation

Perform other duties as assigned to support the departments goals

 

Qualifications

Valid ServSafe food handling certification highly preferred

Experience cooking in a professional setting

Knowledge and experience with flat grill, knives, ovens, char broiler, stove top, and induction cooker

Ability to interact and work well with others (leadership, coworkers, and customers)

Ability to read, write, and comprehend standard English

Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time

Ability to stretch, bend, walk, stoop, and reach repetitively

Ability to work in hot, cold, or wet areas

Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 50lbs

Ability to work flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

Ability to adhere to UC and department policies and procedures

$26.74-26.74 Hourly 8hr day/night, rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays per departmental needs

Salary : $27

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