Third Cook

Amherst College invites applications for the Third Cook PM/Late Night. The Third Cook is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $20.87/hr.

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 skills 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 through Thursday, 3:30 pm-12:00 am. Summer hours are 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 - Help to create, maintain, and serve our menus. Assist with product and process refinement, help with new product research and testing, and help to correct inconsistencies in production and recipes.

Inventory - Maintain and monitor products in all storage areas during production. Inspect products for quality and communicate needs and quality issues through the appropriate channels. Work to maintain quality and freshness through accurate labeling and rotation of products. Work effectively to reduce waste and loss of supply.

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 updated on departmental-specific updates, upcoming meetings, and events.

Qualifications:

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3 to 5 years of related experience
• Equivalent work experience in lieu of minimum education and related experience
• Servsafe certification required or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and ability to multitask
• Ability to taste and work with all ingredients
• Ability to read and execute recipes and mathematically reduce or expand them
• Attention to detail and pride in performance
• Schedule flexibility and ability to work large events when needed
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test
• Successful completion of required reference and background checks

Preferred

• 5+ Years in Collegiate or institutional foodservice production

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.