Casual Cook – PM Position Available In Hampshire, Massachusetts

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

Job Description:

Amherst College invites applications for the Casual Cook – PM position. The Casual Cook – PM is a part-time, casual position with no benefits, starting at $20.00/hour. This position supports the efforts of Amherst College Dining Services by providing the campus community with excellent service through the quality production of our menus. This position ensures that the quantity and quality of our production are consistent with the standards of Dining Services and works with members of the team to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations. This individual produces menu components from ingredients and is proficient in the technical skills and knowledge required to achieve this, being well-versed in food, its history, and trends. This position involves direct customer interaction and display/demonstration cooking, requiring oneself to present at all times in a professional, approachable, and supportive manner. The work schedule varies and corresponds to the College’s operational needs, but generally 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm. At times, this position may be asked to assist with production, at other times in student dining, or help out in other areas of the kitchen as needed, along with campus-wide events at any time. As our work is central to student life, their needs occur at a variety of times throughout the day, week, and year, and in such, a flexible schedule with extended shift times is required. In addition, the position is designated as providing essential services and should report to work or remain on duty even though the College is closed.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Preparation Prepared assigned menus to standard, including hot and cold menu items Maintain health and safety standards and health department regulations Communicate operational needs in an effective and proactive manner Promote and execute duties safely and to the highest standard

Qualifications:

Required High School Diploma or equivalent 1 to 3 years of related experience Equivalent work experience in lieu of minimum education and related experience Servsafe Food Handler Certification required or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment Strong verbal and written communication skills Time management and ability to multitask Ability to taste and work with all ingredients Ability to read and execute recipes and mathematically reduce or expand them Attention to detail and pride in performance Schedule flexibility and ability to work large events when needed An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test Successful completion of required reference and background checks Preferred Experience in Collegiate or institutional food service production Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Welcome to Amherst College! We are excited to share our current openings. You are invited to explore the opportunities available and we encourage you to apply for those that are aligned with your skills and experience. Thank you again for your interest in Amherst College Amherst College, one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the nation, is located in Amherst, Massachusetts—a town of about 35,000 residents in the western part of the state. The college community includes around 1,800 students from 48 states, plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and 54 countries around the world, along with about 1,000 staff and faculty members. The scenic 1,000-acre campus features a 500-acre wildlife sanctuary and the Book and Plow Farm; three museums: Emily Dickinson Museum, Beneski Museum of Natural History , and Mead Art Museum; and multiple educational and cultural venues and resources through the Five College Consortium. Amherst College is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. Amherst College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or the administration of its programs and activities based on race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic or class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Amherst College complies with all relevant state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. If you have any related inquiries, please contact the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, Amherst College, P.O. Box 5000, Amherst, MA 01002-5000. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Amherst College’s policy is to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@amherst.edu. Click here for information about Title IX at Amherst.

Inquiries may be directed to:

Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator Amherst College 79 S Pleasant Street Suite 120 Amherst, MA 01002 crtixoffice@amherst.edu Amherst.edu/offices/title-ix