Kitchen Assistant
About The Position
Mount Holyoke College Dining Commons serves a rotating selection of cuisines and accommodates diverse dietary preferences and needs, including vegan, vegetarian, Halal, and Kosher options. The culinary team prepares nutritious meals and prioritizes food safety and sanitation. The Kitchen Assistant supports kitchen and dining operations by maintaining dishwashing and work areas, cleaning dining and service spaces, handling dishes and deliveries, and sometimes guiding and training student staff. This is a full-time, in-person staff position. The position is covered by a union.
Requirements
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- General knowledge of food and the operation of kitchen and dish-room equipment.
- Ability to pass a physical examination without restrictions.
- Ability to lift or move an average of 50 pounds without restrictions.
- Willingness to participate in a ServSafe class to obtain Food Protection Manager Certification.
- Ability to maintain a highly positive attitude when dealing with students and the public.
- Ability to work cooperatively and give direction to others.
- Compliance with safety and sanitation regulations prescribed by law.
- Compliance with the department's designated dress code.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain dish machines according to proper procedures.
- Wash pots, pans, and utensils, and clean the dish return area, dining rooms, and service areas according to health and sanitation practices.
- Record accurate time and temperature logs and maintain proper sanitizer pH balance in pot sinks and dish machines.
- Wash tables and chairs as needed; mop floors between meal periods or as needed; and dispose of trash and compost in the proper receptacles.
- Empty grease-trap catch screens and keep them clean.
- Keep work areas clean, free of debris, and sanitized.
- Maintain the flow of dishes, silverware, pots, and pans, and return them to their designated areas.
- At times, provide direction, supervision, and training to student staff while maintaining professionalism.
- Assist with putting away food orders and deliveries as needed.
- Work cooperatively with others, including students, and independently without supervision.
Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 9% college contribution
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Disability and leave benefits
- College-paid life insurance coverage equal to 1x salary
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition benefits at Mount Holyoke College or other institutions
- Generous paid time off
- Access to the Kendall Sports & Dance Complex
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
