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Cook, Santa Monica

UCLA Health
Fully On-Site, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jan 2026

About the role

General Information

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Work Location: Santa Monica, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule schedule will vary including weekdays, weekends, and holidays per departmental needs (AM Shift 5:00AM-1:30PM, 11:30AM-8PM, 10:30AM-7PM, or 12PM-8:30PM) Posted Date 01/12/2026 Salary Range: $21.76 - 28.13 Hourly Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration Indefinite Job # 28265

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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Under the guidance of the Executive Chef, Senior Manager, Principal Cook, and Senior Cook, you will be responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking meals for patients, staff, hospital visitors, and special events.

 

At UCLA Health, our passion for delivering the highest quality patient care has enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with four award-winning hospitals and more than 270 community clinics throughout Southern California. We’re also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you’re looking to play a key role in supporting exceptional patient experiences, join us and enjoy a fulfilling career at UCLA Health.

Effective 06/22/2025, employees represented by the AFSCME Union will receive a minimum wage of $25.

 

Job Qualifications

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  • Strong ability to read and understand departmental policies, memos, and safety standards (e.g., HACCP, JCAHO).
  • Effective communication skills in English to interact with customers and staff.
  • Ability to build and maintain cooperative relationships with team members.
  • Self-sufficient with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Flexible in managing diverse tasks and shifting priorities.
  • Knowledge of University, Hospital, and Department policies, including Human Resources procedures.
  • Adherence to sanitation and safety protocols, including JCAHO and HACCP standards.
  • Physical stamina to stand, bend, walk, lift, push, and pull for extended periods in varying temperatures.
  • Ability to lift and move 50+ lbs and work with strong cleaning solutions.
  • Active Safe Serve Certification 

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