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Bakersfield College, located on the Panorama Campus in California, is a renowned educational institution dedicated to providing exceptional academic programs, student services, and campus life experiences. As part of the California Community College system, Bakersfield College aims to foster an inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment that encourages student success and lifelong learning. The college is committed to serving the local community by offering comprehensive educational opportunities, including transfer programs, workforce training, and continuing education. Excellence in service and operational efficiency are key pillars for the college, particularly in facilities and departments that cater directly to student and campus needs such as the Food Services department. The Food Services department at Bakersfield College plays a vital role in enhancing the campus experience by providing quality meals, concessions, and catering services to students, staff, and visitors. The Assistant Food Service Manager position is an interim management role within this department, reporting to the Food Service Manager. This specialized role focuses on planning, organizing, and supervising the daily operations of the food service activities across the college cafeteria and campus concessions. The position requires overseeing food preparation, quality control, budget administration, and staff management to ensure the smooth functioning of the food services operations. The Assistant Food Service Manager is also responsible for maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting college events through catering coordination. This interim appointment will continue until a permanent position is filled or for a maximum of two years. The salary range for this position is between $82,590.95 and $116,698.86 annually, reflecting the scope and responsibility held by the role. Ideal candidates will possess both leadership expertise and hands-on experience in food service operations, including concessions and catering. They will be skilled in staff supervision, financial management related to food costs, and adept at utilizing technical resources such as catering software and Microsoft Excel for operational efficiency and reporting. This role also demands a strong ability to coordinate food and beverage services for campus meetings and events, driving a vehicle to multiple event sites as needed. The Assistant Food Service Manager will collaborate with various campus groups to ensure seamless service delivery and facilitate continuous improvements to food service quality and operational practices. In summary, Bakersfield College is seeking a motivated and organized food service professional to fill this crucial interim leadership role. The position offers competitive compensation, the opportunity to influence food service operations within a vibrant educational setting, and the chance to contribute to a diverse campus community. Applicants who bring a genuine commitment to fostering inclusion, operational excellence, and team leadership in food services are highly encouraged to apply. Comprehensive application requirements ensure candidates demonstrate qualifications, experience, and a dedication to the college's mission of equity and excellence.

• Associates degree from an accredited college/university
• Five years' experience in responsible leadership in a food service operation
• Possession of California driver's license
• Possession of/or ability to obtain a valid California Sanitation Certificate
• Demonstrated sensitivity to an understanding of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and disability backgrounds
• Increasingly responsible, successful experience involving food service operation, concession and catering