Culinary Assistant Job Description: 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. 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
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. 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
Job ID: 484553777
Originally Posted on: 7/9/2025
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