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Kitchen Assistant (Marketplace)

Kitchen Assistant (Marketplace)

InsideHigherEdLos Angeles, California, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Job no : 494845

Work type : Casual / Temporary

Location : Los Angeles

Categories : Hourly

Title : Kitchen Assistant

Department : Campus Dining

Duration : 11 months - Possible Extension

Employment Status : {Non-Exempt, Part Time, Approximately 20-32 hours per week

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director, Culinary Services, the Kitchen Assistant prepares and cooks multiple assigned menu items for stations and catering in a timely manner and to expected standards. Responsible for the cleanliness of work area(s) while working and at end of shift. Fosters positive customer relations.

Job Duties

  • 65% - As assigned, perform volume cooking in a restaurant style atmosphere adhering to provided recipes and in keeping with safe knife handling and kitchen sanitation standards while working with speed and efficiency. - (Essential)
  • 20% - Perform assignments applying knowledge and safe operations standards of kitchen tools and equipment, having the ability to read, understand and comply with instructions in English. - (Essential)
  • 10% - Perform work effectively within a diverse community of students, employees, faculty, staff and others. Converse, respond to and provide ingredient information related to food allergies and dietary needs. - (Essential)
  • 5% - Performs other duties as assigned. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED. A combination of culinary knowledge and significant volume cooking experience.
  • ServeSafe Certification (or equivalent food safety certification). Familiarity with special diets and allergens.
  • Read, write and speak English as well as be able to converse fluently.
  • One year of experience in high volume cooking and catering operation.
  • Demonstrated knowledgeable of kitchen sanitation and safety procedures, in addition to special diets, common food allergies, and skilled in methods of servicing customers with these special needs.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Google drives / folders / forms or any combination of productivity programs applicable to position responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and thorough; skilled at anticipating and preventing potential problems and handling a wide variety of tasks with efficiency and accuracy.
  • Strong commitment to a quality work product.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally, in writing and electronically.
  • Effective interpersonal skills as evidenced in the ability to collaborate with a variety of constituencies.
  • Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, inclusion & diversity.
  • Demonstrated skill in adapting to and performing work effectively in high-volume, high accountability, confidential environment with multiple and changing priorities.
  • Effective organizational, logistical, time management and planning skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks / projects simultaneously, prioritize and fulfill the functions of an office in a timely manner.
  • Ability to self-motivate and work independently.
  • Ability to provide effective leadership and training, and to work effectively and professionally across functions, disciplines, levels, and with diverse groups.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Culinary Degree from an accredited school / institution.
  • Five years of experience in high volume cooking and catering operation.
  • EXPECTED HIRING RANGE : $17.87 / hr-$18.00 / hr

    Advertised : 08 Aug 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

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