Food Service Manager

Food Service Manager Apply for the Food Service Manager role at Inside Higher Ed . Department Summary At UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services (H&HS), you become part of UCLA's tradition of excellence by providing quality housing, dining, and hospitality services to student‑residents, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. H&HS team members enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and retirement plans, along with significant opportunities for professional and personal growth in a supportive work environment. More than 2,600 team members share the motto Hospitality First! , underscoring a warm, gracious attitude that makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve. Position Summary Under the general direction of the General Manager, Assistant General Manager, and/or Senior Housing‑Dining Management Team, the Food Service Manager provides sound leadership and direction to the restaurant team for a high‑volume campus restaurant. The manager oversees all aspects of daily operations, customer service, and sanitation in a residential restaurant serving up to 6,000 customers a day. Key duties include team supervision, scheduling, training, meal set‑up and cleanup, food and labor cost control, facility cleanliness and sanitation standards, equipment upkeep, and overall restaurant management. The role efficiently prioritizes tasks to achieve departmental goals and fosters positive interactions with team members and guests. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Salary & Compensation UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure, certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit Package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications 3–5 years experience in hospitality or restaurant management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required) Demonstrated skill in providing sound leadership and direction to a large team in a high‑volume food service operation. (Required) Demonstrated ability to control costs in a food service operation, including food, labor, and supply costs. (Required) Demonstrated ability to hire, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate employees in a high‑volume food service facility. (Required) Organize, delegate, and monitor work assignments of others to ensure tasks are completed accurately, thoroughly, and timely. (Required) Working knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and procedures for food service facilities. (Required) Lead team members to provide outstanding customer service to guests. (Required) Utilize software to prepare written reports and spreadsheets. (Preferred) Prepare and conduct group training sessions on customer service, food safety and sanitation, and other related topics. (Required) Work weekends, swing shifts, and overtime to complete job duties. (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations High School Diploma. (Pref) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: Must be completed prior to the start of employment. Age Requirement: Candidates must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired. Driving Record: Position is subject to the California DMV Pull Notice System; continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record. Backlifting Exam: Required. Schedule Working hours will vary and include nights, weekends. Union/Policy Covered 99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed