Culinary Operations Manager – Education Center Café & Events

Lawrencehallofscience; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UC Benefits

Job summary

The Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley seeks a highly organized food service manager to oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and coordinate campus events. You will ensure high standards of food safety, service quality, and cost control while collaborating with the ottoy Initiative leaders and campus partners.

Responsibilities include staff training, event planning, inventory management, and maintaining excellent customer relations.

Qualifications

• Lead/supervisory experience in food service operations.
• Solid knowledge of food service sanitation regulations.
• Experience creating safe, sanitary food service environments.
• Strong English communication, active listening, and flexibility.
• Experience coordinating multiple events with diverse clients.
• Ability to manage budgets, labor, and procurement.
• Proficient with POS systems and inventory controls.
• Driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily food production and service operations.
• Ensure quality customer service during on-site and off-site events.
• Develop schedules and staffing to meet demand while controlling labor costs.
• Train staff on safety, recipes, and service standards; monitor performance.
• Coordinate events, manage procurement, and maintain budgets.
• Oversee cash handling, POS use, and financial reporting.
• Maintain equipment and ensure compliance with policies.
• Contribute to professional development and cross‑unit collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Event coordination

Customer service

Problem solving

Budget control

Cash handling

Team supervision

Food safety

Education

High school diploma

ServSafe certification

Valid driver’s license

Tools

POS software

Inventory software

Job description

The Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley seeks a highly organized food service manager to oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and coordinate campus events. You will ensure high standards of food safety, service quality, and cost control while collaborating with the ottoy Initiative leaders and campus partners.

Responsibilities include staff training, event planning, inventory management, and maintaining excellent customer relations.