Casual Dining Assistant

Amherst College•Amherst, NY

2d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Amherst College invites applications for the Casual Dining Assistant position. The position is casual with periods of reduced or no hours during college breaks and summer, non-benefitted, part-time. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $ 16.50-17.00 . The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. The Casual Dining Assistant supports the efforts of Amherst College Dining Services by providing the campus community with an excellent service experience in our dining facility. This position supports the execution of food and beverage services in the Valentine Dining Hall to include serving, refilling, stocking, cleaning and sanitizing, washing, and always ensuring a safe work environment for employees and guests. This position involves direct customer service and constant interaction with the campus community, requiring oneself to always present in a kind, welcoming, professional, approachable, and supportive manner. The work schedule varies and corresponds to the College’s operational needs. At times, this position may be asked to assist with evening production in student dining or assist with catering and 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 sometimes 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.

Requirements

Positive attitude and passion for delivering excellent customer service
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to see, taste, feel, smell, and describe foods and beverages
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Stamina and physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
Ability to frequently stoop, bend, reach, twist, and lift items up to 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance
Ability to maneuver a cart through pushing and pulling
Ability to perform repetitive motion
Work in a food service environment with variable environmental conditions and near or with cooking equipment that produces heat and cold as well as steam, vapor, and odors related to foods
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including reporting to work or remain on duty even when the College is closed
Attention to detail and quality standards
Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test
Successful completion of required reference and background checks

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous food service experience
Allergen Awareness as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
ServSafe Food Handler Certification or Greater

Responsibilities

Move, serve, stock, finish, and refill food, beverages, and related items
Ensure that plating and portion size standards are followed
Clean, sanitize, organize, and maintain dining hall surfaces, fixtures, and equipment
Maintain College operational standards and Health Department regulations
Ensure all areas are maintained in an orderly, clean, and sanitary manner
Set up food items prior to and during meals, meeting established standards, and manage the rotation of goods to ensure the highest quality
Perform work in a safe and efficient manner; ensure operational organization before, during, and after service
Ensure that equipment used is in sound, working order; tools used are properly cared for and stored
Communicate operational needs and concerns effectively and proactively
Maintain a commitment to the quality of our resources and work to prevent loss and eliminate waste
Promote our standards of quality and service and the safety of our work environment
Sort, wash, and restock service wares, dishware, glassware, and silverware used in dining service according to college standards
Other responsibilities performed as requested or assigned