Lead Food Service Worker (5452C), Berkeley Dining - #85677

The University of California, Berkeley is a prestigious public research university renowned for its academic excellence, innovative research, and commitment to equity and social justice. Founded in 1868, UC Berkeley has cultivated a diverse and vibrant community of students, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and empowered to thrive. The university embraces values such as openness, freedom, and belonging and seeks individuals who share in its vision of education as a fundamental social justice issue. Berkeley Dining, part of the Division of Student Affairs under the Residential Student Services Programs portfolio, is a self-operated dining program that delivers culinary excellence and champions social responsibility while supporting the university's living and learning environment. Serving more than 12,000 meal plan holders, Berkeley Dining operates 14 facilities and serves over 5 million meals annually, providing services seven days a week across various dining formats including all-you-care-to-eat residential dining, retail a la carte, catering, and early childhood meal production. The dining program employs approximately 450 full and part-time staff along with 400 student workers, emphasizing quality and customer service in all aspects of its operations.

The Food Service Worker position reports directly to the Food Service Manager and receives direction from cooks, senior cooks, and sous chefs. This entry-level role primarily involves assisting with the preparation of entrees and other food items, providing foundational culinary support while learning essential skills necessary for food production. The position requires adherence to University policies, health and safety guidelines, and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) principles to ensure safe food handling and sanitation. Responsibilities include preparing a variety of menu items according to departmental recipes, merchandising food for presentation, and interacting with customers to maintain a positive dining experience. Additional duties include food distribution, operation of kitchen equipment, sanitation, and occasional leadership in mentoring student staff. The role is full-time with a partial-year career appointment and offers a salary range of $25.08 to $29.39 per hour. UC Berkeley actively supports professional development by providing paid time for employees to engage in learning and is committed to fostering a supportive workplace atmosphere where staff can realize their full potential. Successful candidates should be prepared to work on-site and may need to drive across campus as part of their duties.