"Server"

Job Description

Amherst College invites applications for the Server position. The Server is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $19.64 to $19.75 per hour.

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. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information.

The Server supports the efforts of Amherst College Dining Services in providing the diverse campus community with excellent service and production of our menus. This position assists the culinary team with the production and implementation of menu items. This individual takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to build a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

The Dining Services Server, having knowledge of all ingredients, is committed to accuracy and excellent customer service. The Server works on the food lines and/or other service areas as assigned. Ensures all food items, accurate serving utensils, and menu signage are ready for service; and cleans the line during and after service. Work schedule varies based on College needs, requiring flexibility and extended shifts.

All Dining Services employees are responsible for understanding and implementing established food safety procedures and allergen prevention protocols. Team members must actively support and respond appropriately to individuals with food allergies to ensure a safe dining experience for all community members.

Employees are expected to apply the knowledge and procedures covered in mandatory training sessions in the course of their daily duties. Maintaining these safety standards is essential to protect the health and well-being of our students, guests, and colleagues.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Set up food lines with the needed utensils and equipment prior to meal service.
• Call for all needed items to the culinary team.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to our diverse College Campus Community
• Serve entrees and sides to our guests, clean and maintain serving areas.
• Effectively collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues and students
• Retrieve supplies and restock necessary food items for the food stations.
• Regularly checking your amherst.edu email is required to stay up to date on college-wide and departmental communications. This includes communication by email, message boards, and The Daily Mammoth. Important information is shared through these communications that affect your job and help you stay up to date on departmental-specific updates, upcoming meetings, and events.
• Learning and using Workday to manage clocking in and out for shifts, time off requests, and all other functions required to manage your personal information.

Qualifications:

Required

• Basic math skills
• Strong time management skills, including the ability to follow verbal and written communications
• Excellent customer service skills, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Able to work extra shifts and/or overtime if needed
• Dedication to effectively working with a diverse community
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and lift test
• Successful completion of required reference and background checks

Preferred

• High school or vocational school diploma/certification or equivalent
• Previous food service experience
• Prior experience in Collegiate or institutional food service

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.