Culinary Assistant

Job no: R-0000001085 Position Title: Culinary Assistant Faculty or Staff: Staff Full Time or Part Time: Full time In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote: In-Person Minimum Starting Rate of Pay: $20.00 Rate of pay commensurate with experience Start Date: Job Description: *** Mount Holyoke College's Dining Services Department is always accepting applications for this role. We review applications on a rolling basis as we are continuously recruiting new talent for our team. Submitting an application does not guarantee an immediate opening. We will keep your information on file and contact you for an interview should a suitable position become available. *** Mount Holyoke College Dining Commons offers a diverse array of cuisines tailored to meet various dietary preferences and needs. Our menu frequently rotates to provide students, faculty, and staff with an expansive selection. Highlights include the customizable WOK station, offering personalized stir fry dishes, and the Baraka station, specializing is Halal cuisine. For those seeking Kosher options, the L’Chaim station is available. Our culinary team is dedicated to crafting nutritious, flavorful meals that cater to the diverse tastes of our students, faculty, and staff. We prioritize safety and sanitation in all meal preparations. In addition to Vegan and Vegetarian options, we strive to create an inclusive dining environment where every person, despite their dietary needs, can enjoy healthy and delicious foods. Essential Functions: Efficiently set up, prepare, garnish, and replenish all items at assigned stations. Maintain adequate food and beverage supplies for all meal periods, adhering to standardized recipes for food preparation. Accurately record and monitor Time & Temperature logs and service records to ensure compliance with record-keeping protocols. Follow proper procedures for receiving and storing orders, including refrigerating or storing leftover food at the end of each meal in accordance with food safety regulations. Maintain a clean and orderly work area ensuring utensils and equipment are cleaned, in good working condition, and that the station remains free of debris and sanitized at all times. Prepare and record food quantities as specified by computer production sheets, changing out utensils frequently to prevent cross-contamination. Ensure compliance with all safety and sanitation regulations as mandated by the Board of Health (BOH) and department policies and procedures. Provide guidance to students, faculty, and staff while upholding a high level of professionalism. Assist with weekly inventory tasks as needed. Exhibit a cooperative attitude and work effectively with others to achieve common departmental goals. Qualifications: Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in preparation of food in quantity in a college or high volume, quality restaurant. Ability to pass a physical examination without restrictions. Willingness to participate in a ServSafe class to obtain Food Protection Manager Certification. Must have general knowledge of food and operation of kitchen equipment. Must have good communication skills, both written and orally. Entry Rate $21.47 - Working Rate $22.87 Dining Video Please note that this position falls under a Union, which ensures fair compensation and benefits for all employees. What We Offer: Our comprehensive benefits program offers a range of options to you can make choices that work best for you and your family: 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary) Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Disability and Leave Benefits Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary) Employee Assistance Program Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others) Generous Paid Time Off Access to Kendall Sports & Dance Complex Background Checks: Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy. Special Instructions for Applicants: Apply online; application materials must include: A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications A complete resume or curriculum vitae For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Mount Holyoke College is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Mount Holyoke College, the leading gender-diverse women’s college, is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are a diverse community of staff, faculty, and students, united in our mission to offer an intellectually adventurous education in the liberal arts through academic programs that are renowned internationally for their cross-disciplinary excellence, experiential approach, and commitment to diversity. Mount Holyoke College is a welcoming and inclusive environment that values and respects individuals of all backgrounds. As an EOE, we encourage members of historically underrepresented groups or nontraditional backgrounds to apply for open positions at our institution. The College has a long-standing tradition of providing women and other historically underrepresented groups with access to an innovative educational experience that prepares students for purposeful leadership by integrating hands-on opportunities into the curriculum. We firmly believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our ability to prepare students for success in an increasingly globalized world. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants and to building an exemplary workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body and the communities we serve. Our ultimate goal is to produce graduates who are capable of engaging thoughtfully, effectively, and boldly with the world. Apply tot his job