Campus Dining Services Manager: Leadership & Operations

University of California, Merced; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 79,300; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Merced is seeking a Food Service Supervisor 2 to lead the Dining Services operations on campus. The role oversees staff, budgeting, purchasing, food safety, and service quality, ensuring efficient operation and high customer satisfaction in a fully on-site environment.

The position requires a related bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience (or 7 years without a degree), with preferred server certification. Bilingual in Spanish is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related area.
• 3 years of directly related experience, or 7 years of related experience if no degree.
• Server Certification or equivalent certification (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supervise the dining staff, manage scheduling and performance evaluations.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory, and cost controls.
• Coordinate catering for campus events and large groups.
• Maintain customer service standards and staff training.

Skills

Staff supervision

Customer service

Budgeting

Cash handling

Food safety

Purchasing

Quality control

Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related area

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

University of California, Merced is seeking a Food Service Supervisor 2 to lead the Dining Services operations on campus. The role oversees staff, budgeting, purchasing, food safety, and service quality, ensuring efficient operation and high customer satisfaction in a fully on-site environment.

The position requires a related bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience (or 7 years without a degree), with preferred server certification. Bilingual in Spanish is encouraged.