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About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu.
Departmental Overview
In the Division of Student Affairs and under the Residential Student Services Programs portfolio, Cal Dining is a self-operated dining program focused on culinary excellence, social responsibility and supporting the living/learning environment of our customers. With more than 12,000 meal plan holders, Cal Dining serves over 5 million meals per year in 14 facilities with a combination of residential "all you care to eat" dining, retail "a la carte" dining, training, early childhood education meal production, and catering. Cal Dining services the campus seven days per week, seventeen hours per day employing 450 full and part time staff and approximately 400 Cal student workers across multiple locations.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Responsibilities
- Develops and monitors budgets.
- Controls financial operation with approved budgets.
- Monitors and maintains operational costs of unit that include food cost, labor costs, and supplies.
- Monitors and enforces cash handling policies and procedures.
- Liaises between facilities to insure the repair and maintenance is being performed.
- Directs executive chef in cycle menu planning.
- Develops schedules, designs serving and seating area set-up, and administers and monitors performance requirements.
- Manages for payroll of all staff.
- Maintains appropriate staffing levels to meet business need.
- Recruits, hires, trains, and evaluates staff.
- Recognizes and acknowledges outstanding staff performance.
- Supports and encourages staff development.
- Approves Cal time within 48hours of the end of the month.
- Maintains staff and keep attrition rates low.
- Leads by example in working a variety of shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Uses University systems such as Cal Answers, Tablaeu, and UCPath
- Enforces, reviews, and interprets safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
- Audits and ensures compliance of food prep to QA standards and safety/security related to handling and preparation of food. Insures operations are kept neat clean and organized.
- Manages food inventories, vendor deliveries, food preparation, and menu planning while adhering to strict regulatory guidelines.
- Develops pars for ordering and minimizing waste.
- Ensures appropriate use and care of kitchen and food service equipment, facilities, and materials.
- Maintains an SAS notebook in the office with SAS requirements and printed forms to validate compliance.
- Assists functional unit as needed.
- May operate a campus vehicle.
- Develops, implements, and maintains exceptional customer service standards.
Required Qualifications
- Strong knowledge in food service and sanitation regulations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language, including active listening, dynamic flexibility, and critical thinking.
- Ability to multi-task and ensure effective time management.
- Strong decision-making and reasoning skills
- Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems and conduct operations analysis and quality control analysis.
- Strong and effective interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to all levels of personnel.
- Intermediate computer application skills.
- Strong budgetary and financial acumen experience and background.
IIPP Statement:
- Provides health and safety training, guidance on safe work practices, provides proper equipment, observes work practices and correct methods and investigates accidents. Works in a safe and responsible manner while not putting self or others at risk. This includes complying with applicable policies and regulations; using personal safety gear; observing warning signs; learning about potential hazards; and reporting unsafe conditions.
Education/Training:
- Bachelor's in Food Service Management and/or equivalent experience/training.
- Lead/supervisory experience, preferably in the food service industry.
Preferred Qualifications
- ServSafe Manager Certification.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $84,000.00 - $92,000.00.
- This is a 100%, full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
- This position is exempt and paid monthly.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Mandated Reporter
This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.
Driving Required
A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.
Diversity Statement
Please include, as part of your application a brief (1-2 paragraph) statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional experience.
Advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our UC Berkeley Principles of Community, which states that “every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring, and humane environment in which these values can thrive."
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.
The University of California's Affirmative action policy.
The University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy.
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