Senior Food Service Lead – Kitchen & Safety

University of California - Merced; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 3,750,000 - 4,312,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Merced is seeking a Senior Food Service Worker to perform semi-skilled food preparation, serve in a dining area, and maintain general kitchen operations. You may supervise a small team and assist in daily tasks while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes preparing a variety of menu items, HACCP-compliant practices, and collaborative work with a dietitian as needed to meet client needs. On-site, full-time position with a strong service focus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or HSED or equivalent.
• Six months of experience in food preparation and general maintenance in a kitchen or dining area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous Food Handler Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for catered events or special meals.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in kitchen operations.
• Assist in training and supervising student staff and junior workers.
• Support in stocking, cleaning, and organizing kitchen areas and dining spaces.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Sanitation standards

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of California, Merced is seeking a Senior Food Service Worker to perform semi-skilled food preparation, serve in a dining area, and maintain general kitchen operations. You may supervise a small team and assist in daily tasks while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes preparing a variety of menu items, HACCP-compliant practices, and collaborative work with a dietitian as needed to meet client needs. On-site, full-time position with a strong service focus.