Assistant Manager, Food Service

UCLA Outpatient Clinics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Outpatient Clinics is looking for a Foodservice Supervisor in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will lead daily operations in Nutrition Services, overseeing staff, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and managing cafeteria operations. This position requires flexibility to work across various locations during training. Join us to make a direct impact on patient care through nutrition and enhance service delivery in a unique healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service management with strong leadership skills.
• Ability to train and support diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and support food service staff.
• Oversee daily cafeteria operations and ensure compliance.
• Monitor food storage, inventory, and cleanliness.

Job description

Description

As a Foodservice Supervisor, you’ll lead daily operations across key areas of Nutrition Services, including cafeteria, patient services, and food production. You’ll play a hands‑on role in delivering safe, high‑quality meals while guiding a diverse team in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.

What you’ll do:

• Lead, train, and support food service staff, including coaching and performance management
• Oversee daily cafeteria operations, including food service and cash handling as needed
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, Joint Commission, and local health regulations
• Monitor food storage, inventory, and requisitioning processes
• Conduct routine inspections to maintain cleanliness, safety, and quality standards
• Track revenue and sales trends to support operational decisions
• Collaborate on menu planning to balance nutrition, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Manage portion control and production levels to reduce waste and control costs

What sets this role apart:

• Direct impact on patient care and experience through nutrition
• Leadership opportunity across multiple service areas (retail, patient services, production, catering)
• Exposure to a highly specialized neuropsychiatric hospital environment
• Opportunity to shape team culture and improve service delivery

Please note: This role requires flexibility to float across locations during the training period.