Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $30.00 - $34.98
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Retirement Plan
Job Description
The University of California, Berkeley is a prestigious public research university renowned globally for its academic and research excellence, dedication to social justice, diversity, and inclusion. Established in 1868, UC Berkeley has continuously driven innovation and created substantial intellectual, economic, and social value on a global scale. The institution fosters a welcoming and inclusive community where students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to thrive in an environment rooted in openness, freedom, and belonging. UC Berkeley’s commitment to broader social and educational equity is reflected through its strategic initiatives and principles focused on guiding values such as community, inclusivity, and respect... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent experience/training
- experience in food preparation and general kitchen maintenance
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation
- ability to follow recipes
- experience directing staff
- verbal and written communication skills in English
- active listening skills
- critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
- decision-making and reasoning skills
- operations analysis and quality control analysis skills
- interpersonal and leadership skills
- computer application proficiency
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent experience/training
- intermediate to advanced knowledge of food and production
- experience in food preparation and kitchen maintenance
- strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation
- ability to follow recipes
- experience directing other staff
- computer application skills
- preferred experience in large-volume production
- preferred experience leading a production staff
- preferred ServSafe or Food Service Handler Certification
- preferred culinary degree
Job Duties
- Assist unit executive chef and managers in activities of staff operations and maintain kitchens for in-house service of customers
- perform audits to ensure compliance with food prep, quality control standards as well as safety/security standards related to handling and preparation of food
- manage special menu requests based on specific dietary needs
- manage menu production for catering and special events as needed
- prepare assigned menu items following departmental recipes and policies
- adjust production levels to meet service needs
- follow Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points principles during food preparation, safety and sanitation
- ensure allergen guidelines are followed
- oversee kitchen staff ensuring adherence to health, safety, nutritional, recipe, and policy guidelines
- provide assignments to production and service staff and recommend performance ratings
- identify and resolve quality assurance issues
- safely operate and maintain food production equipment
- ensure cleanliness, safety, and sanitation of kitchen areas and equipment
- plan work schedules to meet production demands
- execute ordering standards as assigned
- support maintenance and use of university-owned vehicles
- perform professional development and other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
OysterLink focuses on restaurant and hospitality jobs.
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