Occidental College
Kitchen Assistant (Tiger Cooler)
Occidental College, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Kitchen Assistant (Tiger Cooler)
Job no: 494819
Work type: Casual/Temporary
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: Hourly
Title: Kitchen Assistant
Department: Hospitality
Duration: 10 months - Possible Extension
Employment Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, Hours Vary (Approximately 20-32 hours per week)
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Food Service Manager, 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)
* 15% - 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)
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: 05 Jan 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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Job no: 494819
Work type: Casual/Temporary
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: Hourly
Title: Kitchen Assistant
Department: Hospitality
Duration: 10 months - Possible Extension
Employment Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, Hours Vary (Approximately 20-32 hours per week)
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Food Service Manager, 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)
* 15% - 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)
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: 05 Jan 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
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