Senior Dining Cook - Lead Kitchen Production

University of California, Santa Cruz; California (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal Allowance

Job summary

UC Santa Cruz is seeking a Senior Cook to lead kitchen operations across residence hall meals and events. The role requires organizing production staff and ensuring the highest quality while following HACCP-based safety standards.

Under supervision of Sous Chefs or Managers, you will manage recipes, production sheets, and ensure health and safety compliance, delivering exceptional dining experiences for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen staff in a high-volume setting.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and production sheets accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepares assigned menu items following recipes and production sheets.
• Directs production staff and ensures timely meal service.
• Maintains HACCP safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Food production

Kitchen management

HACCP compliance

Job description

UC Santa Cruz is seeking a Senior Cook to lead kitchen operations across residence hall meals and events. The role requires organizing production staff and ensuring the highest quality while following HACCP-based safety standards.

Under supervision of Sous Chefs or Managers, you will manage recipes, production sheets, and ensure health and safety compliance, delivering exceptional dining experiences for students and staff.