Campus Restaurant Ops Lead — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Jamal's Chicken SDSU; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamal's Chicken SDSU is seeking a Unit Supervisor to lead both the kitchen and Front of House teams in a vibrant campus restaurant environment. You will supervise, train, and motivate staff to maintain high standards of food quality and guest service.

This role offers opportunities for career progression to AGM/GM levels and requires strong leadership, organization, and a passion for handmade dishes in a student-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in a kitchen environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to foster teamwork.
• Enthusiasm for hand-made, made-to-order food and creative new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen and Front of House teams to ensure high performance.
• Maintain food quality and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen operations to optimize productivity and streamline workflows.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Mentor and train staff to uphold restaurant standards and identify leadership candidates.
• Oversee Front of House to ensure guest experience and customer service is exceptional.
• Create and manage prep schedules to ensure optimal coverage for pars and usage.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Hospitality

Job description

Jamal's Chicken SDSU is seeking a Unit Supervisor to lead both the kitchen and Front of House teams in a vibrant campus restaurant environment. You will supervise, train, and motivate staff to maintain high standards of food quality and guest service.

This role offers opportunities for career progression to AGM/GM levels and requires strong leadership, organization, and a passion for handmade dishes in a student-focused setting.