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Food Service Worker, Per Diem

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

In this role, you will be an integral member of the team to provide the best customer service by performing a variety of duties relevant to the retail food service operations of the Department of Nutrition. Responsibilities include:

  • Set up service lines
  • Pre-plate and serve food
  • Aid in the preparation of meals
  • Merchandise food items, maintain the beverage station
  • Act as a food runner
  • Measure temperatures of hot and cold items
  • Wash dishes, pans, utensils, and small equipment
This is a per diem position; schedule and working hours will vary. May convert to Career. Effective 06/22/2025, employees represented by the AFSCME Union will receive a minimum wage of $25.

Please note: This role requires flexibility to float across locations during the training period.

Qualifications

  • Ability to travel to multiple UCLA Health locations.
  • Skill in reading, speaking, and writing English.
  • Ability to work around or use strong cleaning solutions.
  • Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, bend, walk, reach, lift, push, and pull for prolonged periods of time in hot and cold areas.
  • Ability to work independently, following through on assignments with minimal direction.
  • Knowledge of and adherence to prescribed safety, sanitation, and food handling practices according to HACCP and JC policies.
  • Interpersonal skills to accomplish departmental mission of exceeding customer's expectations.
  • Knowledge of retail operations such as station setup, replenishment, merchandising and inventory procedures.
  • Knowledge of portion control and serving procedures.
  • Basic nutrition production skills.

Salary : $25

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