Lead Food Service Supervisor, Dining & Catering

University of California, Santa Cruz; California (MO); On-site; USD 28,526 - 40,628; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Legal Insurance

Pet Insurance

Paid Holidays & vacation

Meal Allowance

Job summary

University of California, Santa Cruz is seeking a Principal Food Service Worker to lead dining, retail or catering locations on campus. The role requires coordinating daily operations, supervising staff, food preparation, and delivery while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

The position involves 100% full‑time work with varied shifts, cash handling, and collaboration with Dining Management to ensure high service quality across locations on the UCSC campus.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and general maintenance in a kitchen or dining area or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of food service or custodial or store keeping practices and procedures.
• Communication skills to direct staff and train less experienced employees.
• Communication skills to interact with customers.
• Experience operating kitchen equipment, dishwashing machines, and serving line equipment.
• Knowledge of safe temperature requirements for serving, handling, and storing food.
• Knowledge of cleaning and safety techniques for food prep, storage, and service.
• Knowledge of merchandising and presentation techniques of food service.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to work with diverse groups.
• Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of dining, retail, or catering locations.
• Lead a team, train staff, and handle cash during shifts.
• Assist in barista/host/cashier areas and maintain customer relations.
• Lead kitchen/pantry activities including food prep, setup, and presentation.
• Receive, inspect, and rotate inventory using HACCP guidelines.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and cleanliness across all dining areas.
• Provide leadership in customer service and shift management.
• Drive and manage equipment and supplies as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication skills

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Reading & writing

Mathematical calculations

Diversity collaboration

Job description

University of California, Santa Cruz is seeking a Principal Food Service Worker to lead dining, retail or catering locations on campus. The role requires coordinating daily operations, supervising staff, food preparation, and delivery while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

The position involves 100% full‑time work with varied shifts, cash handling, and collaboration with Dining Management to ensure high service quality across locations on the UCSC campus.