What are the responsibilities and job description for the Third Cook - PM position at Amherst College?
Third Cook - PM
Amherst Campus
Full Time
JR5674
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 Third Cook position. The Third Cook is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $20.56 per hour. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
The Third Cook 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 skill 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 is Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 12 : 30 pm-9 : 00 pm, Summer hours 11 : 00 am - 7 : 30 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
Menu Work
Inventory
Communication and Workday
This includes communication by email, message boards, and The Daily Mammoth
Qualifications : Required
Preferred
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information .
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.
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