Cook, Cultural Cuisine & Campus Café Lead

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science seeks an AM Cook to join the on-site kitchen team. You will prepare a range of made-to-order and batch menu items, follow HACCP principles, and ensure safe, high-quality food service for campus guests and staff.

The role requires teamwork, strong food safety practices, and the ability to organize production schedules, mentor kitchen staff, and engage with customers in a busy campus setting.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in food preparation and general maintenance of a kitchen (required).
• Experience implementing HACCP principles and maintaining sanitation standards.
• ServSafe or Food Service Handler Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare assigned menu items following department recipes and HACCP principles.
• Merchandise food and garnish for serving line presentation.
• Engage with customers through demonstration cooking and interactive service.
• Prepare food from scratch for multiple menus and cycle plans.
• Lead and direct production staff during meal service as needed.
• Maintain sanitary conditions and safety standards across the kitchen.
• Record service data, inventory, and waste as required.
• Plan production schedules based on service needs.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of California, Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science seeks an AM Cook to join the on-site kitchen team. You will prepare a range of made-to-order and batch menu items, follow HACCP principles, and ensure safe, high-quality food service for campus guests and staff.

The role requires teamwork, strong food safety practices, and the ability to organize production schedules, mentor kitchen staff, and engage with customers in a busy campus setting.