Senior Food Service Worker - La Jolla

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 06/02/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants : Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Please note that this position is a part-time appointment with hours flexing up to full time.

Under close supervision, performs a variety of duties related to patient food service, cafe operation/sanitation/food production/catering. Assembles patient trays and food carts in a timely manner with attention to detail and quality determined by department standards. Responsible for routine cleaning/stocking of pantries and other duties as assigned.

Responsible to practice quality customer service at all times. Follow department established recipes and properly labels and dates all prepared and stored food items. Follow department dress code policy. Upholds all departmental sanitation and safety standards as well as all additional department policies and procedures.

Our employees enjoy competitive total compensation packages in a diverse, stimulating workforce.

This position is eligible for full benefits (Heath/Vision/Dental) first day of hire:
a) Meal vouchers and complimentary coffee/tea/drinks.
b) Vacation/holidays (15 vacation days & 14 paid holidays a year).
c) Work/Life Balance.
d) Work shoes provided by department.

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• One (1+) or more years food service/related experience, preferably in a fast-paced, customer service-based hospitality environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

• Healthcare food service experience.
• Customer service training.
• Tray-line experience.
• Sanitation and dishwashing experience.

• Ability to bend, squat, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $52,555 - $62,786 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $25.17 - $30.07

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).