University of California Merced Hiring for Catering Lead Job at Merced, CA Full Time

JOB ID
24076

LOCATION
Merced

HIRING RANGE
$18.70 Hour

JOB CLOSING DATE

Posting may close any time after 10/31/2021 for this Career Appointment

Here is your opportunity to show your culinary creativity and lots of visibility! Consistent scheduling with lots of opportunity for overtime, great benefits and lots of paid time off.

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  ABOUT UC MERCED

  The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system’s 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

  Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

  The University of California, Merced, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its essential values of leadership, diversity, engagement and sustainabilityThe ideal candidate will have strong demonstrated accomplishments in areas contributing to diversity, equity and inclusion, and a desire to play a leadership role in advancing UC Merced’s achievement of excellence right here in California’s Central Valley.

  ABOUT THE JOB

  Under general supervision of supervisor (operational/Culinary) ensure employee in the performance of duties related to the operation, including but not limited to food preparation, food serving and/or general maintenance in the Dining operation. Working alongside and directed by operational and culinary supervisors, the Foodservice Worker Lead will schedule, assign and coordinate work; train and evaluate the performance of personnel working in all phases of a food service operation; maintain sanitation and safety standards in the Dining operation; requisition supplies; check the quality of food; maintain portion control in the Dining operation. The Foodservice Worker Lead may oversee a group of employees while on shift; and may assist in maintaining satisfactory customer relations.

  OPERATIONAL COVERAGE

• While on shift ensure that all employees are following dining policy and procedures
• Utilizing pars set forth by supervisor, determine if additional product is needed to maintain adequate in-stocks Ensures employee scheduling in coordination with operational/Culinary supervisor, ensuring that daily attendance is monitored and tracked as per attendance policy
• Resolve operational issues while on shift and communicate accordingly to operational/culinary supervisors any performance task actions that need to be taken
• Provide coverage to any station per operational needs and staffing.
• Communicate with campus partners to ensure the needs of the operation are met, such as calling for Facilities maintenance, emergency services
• Ensure cash handling procedures are understood and adhered to by all employees working and that cash float is monitored and accurate at all times.
• Know how to safely operate all machines utilized during shift and train employees. Sort waste. Identify & inform supervisors of suspected unnecessary food, product or supply waste.
• Keep preparation, storage & service areas clean/debris free; proactively identify & correct hazards.

  REQUISITION OF SUPPLIES

• Oversee the ordering of food and beverage, equipment and supplies from approved vendors within the assigned area of food service operation
• Stock sales floor shelves, storage & coolers/freezers with products, ingredients & supplies, following safe food handling standards. Storefront products to display in an attractive fashion.
• Put away products from deliveries. Based on supervisor instruction, review & set new product lines.
• Complete assigned inventory for facility in an accurate & timely fashion.
• Oversee the inventory of food and beverage, equipment and supplies within campus and departmental policy within the assigned area of food service operation
• Assist operational supervisor/culinary supervisor in the timely payment of vendors in coordination with campus partners
• Communicate operational needs to vendors and or operational supervisor/culinary supervisor to ensure excellent customer service is maintained

  CUSTOMER SERVICE

• Ensure the facility is clean, organized and presentable at all times per floor plan
• Respond expediently to all operational concerns, notifies supervisors in cases of cash/cost discrepancies or customer questions.
• Maintain a positive attitude, conveying welcoming attitude to all
• Ensure operational signage and or menus within the operation area are accurately reflecting available supplies and services at all times
• Liaison the needs of employees and customers to operational supervisor/culinary supervisor while on shift

  SET UP, STOCKING, & FOOD PREPARATION

• Working closely per the direction of the operational supervisor/culinary supervisor, actively participate in planning of operation as needed including but not limited to; employee schedules, operational menus and offerings, employee training, customer service, cash handing, safety, sanitation and security
• Participate in production and unit meetings, set up machines & cases that will be utilized for service, including but not limited to coffee, smoothie & pastries. Prepare & serve hot/cold food items/beverages utilizing all required equipment & preparation techniques in a safe & timely fashion.
• Receive & review incoming shipments, & confirm quality & safety of product entering the facility, as well as accurate product delivery & invoicing.
• Provide training, delegate & assign a wide range of tasks to student assistants. Review posted signage for accuracy and communicate discrepancies to supervisors.

  SAFETY

• Actively participate in assuring standards for food & physical safety are met by following HACCP procedures & using PPE. Use chemicals per SDS information.
• Complete all mandated logs to ensure proper temperatures and PPM levels are being maintained.
• Maintain equipment & machines for safety & service; communicate equipment failure or maintenance issues to supervisor. adapt to changes or unusual circumstances in a way that promotes cooperation & minimizes disruption of the working environment.
• Stay informed of campus and departmental procedure and policy and work with employees to ensure they are informed as well
• Communicate with operational supervisor, campus colleagues and emergency services as needed
• Ensure to prevent injuries within the operation while on shift by constant walk through of the unit
• Ensure safe food handling procedures within the operation and work with operational supervisor/culinary supervisor to enforce food safety measures by constant walk through of the unit.

  BACKGROUND CHECK

• ServSafe certification
• May be subject to furlough
• Will include night and weekend work
• Must pass LiveScan background check

  POLICY STATEMENT

  How to Apply:
  An online application is required for each position to apply.

  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, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
  For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct.

  Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
  The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

  Covid Policy
  The University of California now mandates that all faculty, staff, and students are vaccinated against the SARSCovid-19 virus.Seehttps://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/SARS-CoV-2_Covid-19 for Policy details.On your first dayof work, you will be required to upload your proof of vaccinationinto the UC Merced Vaccination Portal(https://webchartnow.com/mobilemed/webchart.cgi)asa condition of employment.

  E-Verify:
  All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

  Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
  For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

  To apply, please visit: https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucm/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=25

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