San Diego,CA,USA Aviation Opening | Hiring
Posted on January 15, 2026
San Diego, CA, USA Role Highlights
Position: Sr. Food Service Worker - $21.05 To $25.17 Per HOUR (Based in San Diego, CA, USA) Employer: UC San Diego Health (Hiring in San Diego, CA, USA) Based in: San Diego, CA, USA, CA (our growing San Diego, CA, USA office) Status: New San Diego, CA, USA listing (actively interviewing).
Pay: $21-$25/Hour (approx. $27.6k/Year) Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package. Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
What You'll Do
This role centers on your professional skills within the a dynamic space in San Diego, CA, USA.
- This San Diego, CA, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our UC San Diego Health team in San Diego, CA, USA, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in San Diego, CA, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Hillcrest is a prominent part of the University of California San Diego (UCSD) Health system located at 200 West Arbor Drive, San Diego, CA. As an academic health system, UCSD Health is committed to providing leading-edge care that integrates patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Hillcrest is home to various medical and nutrition services aimed at delivering exceptional health outcomes to its diverse patient population. With state-of-the-art facilities including two university hospitals and specialized centers such as the National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, and Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, Hillcrest plays a critical role in the San Diego healthcare landscape. The Nutrition Services Department at Hillcrest is dedicated to ensuring nutritional excellence by managing food service operations within the hospital environment. This includes catering to patient dietary needs, maintaining sanitation standards, and supporting the overall health and well-being of patients and staff. Operating under a culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and continuous learning, UCSD fosters a supportive environment for its employees and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their background.
The role of Senior Food Service Worker within Hillcrest Nutrition Services is a vital position responsible for delivering quality patient food service and maintaining hygienic, efficient food operations. This part-time career appointment, salaried at $25.00 per hour, offers a 50% appointment with a variable schedule covering 8-hour shifts including weekends. The role requires close supervision and encompasses a variety of duties related to patient tray assembly, food cart preparation, cafe operations, sanitation, food production, and catering support. Employees in this position are expected to meticulously follow department standards to ensure that all food items are prepared, labeled, and dated according to strict guidelines, thereby upholding the highest levels of food safety and customer service excellence.
A key aspect of the Senior Food Service Worker role involves collaborating within a fast-paced, customer service-based hospitality environment. Candidates will benefit from previous experience in food service, particularly healthcare food service, and should possess the ability to read, write, and follow instructions effectively in English. Security protocols such as employment background checks and pre-employment physicals form part of the hiring process. The department also emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, providing benefits like meal vouchers, complimentary beverages, vacation and holiday pay, and departmental provision of work shoes.
Moreover, this position offers full benefits from day one of employment, including health, vision, and dental insurance. As part of UCSD’s commitment to employee well-being and compliance, employees must adhere to vaccination programs and public health directives. The Senior Food Service Worker role in Hillcrest Nutrition Services is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting patient care through dedicated food service, while working in an academic health system known for its innovation, diversity, and community commitment. UCSD encourages applicants who meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to this critical service area to apply by the stated deadlines to become a part of this outstanding team.
- 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
- one or more years food service or related experience preferably in a fast-paced customer service based hospitality environment
- 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