Senior Culinary Operations Specialist

University of California, Merced; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 28,998 - 34,674; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Merced is seeking staff to perform semi-skilled food preparation, serving, and general maintenance in a kitchen or dining area. Responsibilities include daily food production, maintaining records, and ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role involves training and oversight of student workers, as well as cash handling and customer service within UC Merced dining operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years culinary experience in a high-volume culinary environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical equations.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Legible handwriting.
• Ability to enter information into data terminals.

Responsibilities

• Prepares assigned simple culinary duties daily.
• Maintains food production service records.
• Maintains service, portion control, safety and sanitation within a specific area.
• Assists in catering events or special meals and ensures items meet client needs.

Skills

Culinary experience

English communication

Basic math

Data entry

Legible handwriting

English instruction literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

University of California, Merced is seeking staff to perform semi-skilled food preparation, serving, and general maintenance in a kitchen or dining area. Responsibilities include daily food production, maintaining records, and ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role involves training and oversight of student workers, as well as cash handling and customer service within UC Merced dining operations.