Senior Food Service Worker - La Jolla

Payroll Title:
MED CTR FOOD SVC WORKER SR Department:
La Jolla Nutritional Services Hiring Pay Scale
$25.17 / Hour Worksite:
Jacobs Medical Center Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
50% Union:
SX Contract Total Openings:
5 Work Schedule:
Variable, 8-Hour Shifts, Sunday-Saturday


#139868 Senior Food Service Worker - La Jolla

Extended Deadline: Thu 8/13/2026
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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.


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.


DESCRIPTION

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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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• 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.

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Annual Full Pay Range: $55,186 - $65,918 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)


Hourly Equivalent: $26.43 - $31.57


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).

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UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!


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To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community .

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.


Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.


a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace