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Sr. Manager, Food Services
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Sr. Manager, Food Services

UCLA

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Posted:
May 1, 2026
Location:
Los Angeles, California
Description

Under the general supervision of the Executive Director, the Sr. Manager oversees the development and execution of upscale, culturally diverse menus for patient care, retail operations, and catering services. This role manages kitchen staff, including Principal Cooks, Sr. Cooks, and Cooks, ensuring proper scheduling, training, and food preparation. Responsibilities also include cost control, inventory management, and adherence to sanitation, safety, and regulatory standards set by JCAHO, the University of California, and UCLA Medical Center.

Please note: This role requires flexibility to float across locations during the training period.

Qualifications

  • Five years of food preparation experience in a large kitchen, including at least one year in a supervisory role (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

  • ServSafe Certification required

  • Proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking) for clear communication and documentation

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise a diverse team, delegate tasks, and evaluate performance

  • Expertise in upscale and ethnic cuisine, along with foundational culinary techniques (cutting, presentation, sauces)

  • Ability to develop, standardize, and oversee recipe preparation in a large institutional kitchen

  • Knowledge of JCAHO, HACCP, University, and Hospital standards, as well as departmental policies

  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and maintain accountability

  • Experience leading performance improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes

  • Solid mathematical skills for cost analysis and recipe standardization

  • Proficiency in food management systems and basic computer operations

Internal Number: 151981393
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At UCLA Health, you can help heal humankind, one patient at a time by improving health, alleviating suffering and delivering acts of kindness. As you do, you’ll achieve great things in your life and your career. We’re a world-class health organization with four hospitals consistently recognized among the nation’s very best as well as an internationally-renowned medical school, primary and specialty care clinics and much more. Within our dynamic, innovative and growing organization, you’ll find exceptional opportunities to make the most of your abilities in a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment. If you embrace our values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence and Discovery we invite you to see all you can accomplish at UCLA Health.
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