Compliance & Food Safety Officer (5232U), Berkeley Dining - #85309

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Departmental Overview

In the Division of Student Affairs and under the Residential Student Services Programs portfolio, Cal Dining is a self-operated dining program focused on culinary excellence, social responsibility and supporting the living/learning environment of our customers. With more than 12,000 meal plan holders, Berkeley Dining serves over 5 million meals per year in 14 facilities with a combination of residential "all you care to eat" dining, retail "a la carte" dining, training table, early childhood meal production and catering. Berkeley Dining services the campus seven days per week, seventeen hours per day employing 450 full and part time staff and approximately 400 Cal student workers across multiple locations.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the incumbent is responsible for researching, developing, testing, implementing, training, documenting, monitoring, and evaluating department food and occupational safety processes and procedures. Incumbent will provide departmental oversight and support the standardization of food safety practices, regulatory compliance, and sustainability standards. This position will supervise a customer-facing dietitian and a Culinary Trainer, who will provide hands-on training support. This position will create auditing programs and materials to be used at all dining units on a regular basis defined after an initial 6-month research period.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: April 14, 2026

Responsibilities

Documentation, Auditing, and Compliance Oversight

• Conduct routine and ad hoc internal food safety audits as well as facility and equipment inspections
• Prepare corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans to ensure safe work practices and food safety standards are implemented
• Maintain all food safety, compliance, and workplace safety documentation
• Develop, maintain, and implement standardized compliance and auditing materials in alignment with HACCP principles, GMPs, local/state food regulations, and internal quality standards
• Identify trends, risks, and compliance gaps; provide written recommendations for corrective actions
• Audit compliance-related documentation such as food production logs, time and temperature logs, allergen signage, sanitation logs, and waste tracking
• Attend and support Dining Safety Committee meetings as the departmental liaison
• Collaborate with Divisional Safety Officer, EH&S, UHS, and unit management on safety initiatives
• Analyze workplace accident data and recommend improvements
• Consult on new location planning to ensure alignment with Food Retail Code and safety standards
• Support training and documentation needs during new unit openings
• Ensure required certifications (Food Protection Manager, Allergen, etc.) are maintained

Analysis & Communication

• Track trends in audit findings and safety incidents
• Recommend training needs and process improvements
• Gather and analyze compliance metrics
• Stay informed on regulatory changes
• Prepare reports for leadership and regulatory agencies
• Act as liaison for complaint investigations

Training Programs & Materials

• Develop and maintain SOPs and quality control systems
• Ensure safety documentation is current and accessible
• Manage training programs in food safety, allergen awareness, sustainability, occupational safety, and equipment maintenance
• Support hands-on training delivery
• Oversee chemical program, including inventory and compliance

Supervision & Leadership

• Draft and recommend policies for standardization
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and accountability
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance oversight
• Conduct check-ins and support professional development
• Oversee dietitian and meal plan accommodations
• Address cross-contact and accommodation concerns
• Collaborate on performance management and disciplinary processes

Professional development & other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret complex policies, regulations, and data
• Ability to draft clear, enforceable policies and SOPs
• Experience developing training programs for large organizations
• Familiarity with adult-learning theory
• In-depth knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and California Retail Food Code
• Ability to learn Cal OSHA standards
• Ability to translate audit findings into action
• Strong communication, flexibility, critical thinking, and time management
• Experience working with diverse teams
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Public Health, Hospitality Management, or related field and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Food Protection Manager Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing allergen control programs
• CCC certification (American Culinary Federation)
• IHA-accredited HACCP Certification
• ANAB-accredited Food Allergy Certificate

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $92,000.00 - $117,000.00. The full pay scale for this classification is $74,700.00 - $132,900.00.

• This is an exempt, monthly-paid position.
• This is a full-time Career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date.

Driving Required

• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

Other Information

• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.