Culinary Assistant

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