Campus Retail Lead (Food Service)

University of California Merced; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Merced is seeking a Retail Lead to oversee a team of student employees on campus. The role supports management, ensures policy adherence, and handles food/beverage prep, customer service, POS transactions, stocking, and scheduling across campus locations.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), 3 years of relevant experience, and ServSafe certification within 90 days. Weekend/evening hours and campus travel are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading teams.
• ServSafe certification within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to work a 40-hour week, including weekends/evenings.
• Ability to read/write English and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Operational Coverage: supervise staff, manage attendance, maintain stock and Merchandising, deliver friendly customer service, cover shifts as needed.
• Food and Workplace Safety: maintain temp logs, sanitize surfaces, inspect perishables, enforce safety guidelines, keep waste logs.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Food safety

Math skills

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Tools

Point-of-sale system

Job description

University of California, Merced is seeking a Retail Lead to oversee a team of student employees on campus. The role supports management, ensures policy adherence, and handles food/beverage prep, customer service, POS transactions, stocking, and scheduling across campus locations.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), 3 years of relevant experience, and ServSafe certification within 90 days. Weekend/evening hours and campus travel are expected.