Senior Food Service Lead – Onsite Campus Cafeteria

University of California, Merced; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 29,590 - 34,674; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Merced is seeking a Senior Food Service Worker to support on-site kitchen operations in campus dining facilities. You will prepare meals, assist with service, maintain cleanliness and compliance with HACCP standards.

Responsibilities include food preparation, stocking, sanitation, training newer staff, and supporting supervisors to ensure timely service and quality dining experiences for students and staff on campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 6 months of food preparation/maintenance experience preferred.
• Food handler certification preferred.
• Ability to supervise and train student workers or junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion food for service in cafeteria or dining areas.
• Assist in cold/hot food preparation and assembly of meals.
• Maintain HACCP guidelines and sanitation in kitchen operations.
• Stock supplies and rotate inventory.
• Train and guide student workers and junior staff.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of all kitchen areas.

Skills

Food service

Sanitation

Customer service

Staff training

Safety compliance

Kitchen equipment use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of California, Merced is seeking a Senior Food Service Worker to support on-site kitchen operations in campus dining facilities. You will prepare meals, assist with service, maintain cleanliness and compliance with HACCP standards.

Responsibilities include food preparation, stocking, sanitation, training newer staff, and supporting supervisors to ensure timely service and quality dining experiences for students and staff on campus.