Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: This is an exciting time to join our growing team at Amherst College! Amherst College invites applications for the Second Cook position (multiple openings, see below). The Second Cook is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $22.49 to $22.65/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. Second Cook openings: Second Cook - Betty's Kitchen - AM (2) Second Cook - Betty's Kitchen - PM (2) Second Cook - Catering Kitchen (1) The Second Cook assists with the preparation, production, and execution of menu items across Dining Services. This position is responsible for ensuring that the quality and quantity of food produced are consistent with established standards and works collaboratively with the culinary team to meet and exceed the expectations of our community. The Second Cook prepares menu components using fresh, high-quality ingredients and demonstrates the culinary skills and knowledge necessary to execute them successfully. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of food, culinary techniques, and current trends and will contribute to a culture of quality, consistency, and continuous improvement. As our work is central to student life, their needs occur at a variety of times throughout the day, week, and year and as such, a flexible schedule with extended shift times is required. In addition, the position is designated to provide essential services and should report to work, or remain on duty even though the College is closed. Food Safety and Allergen Awareness 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. Summary of Responsibilities: Supervision Provide operational supervision, both directly and in conjunction with the First Cook, over the daily culinary operations while supporting the culinary team with the planning, production, and implementation of menus and systems Participate in employee training and development and the assessment of team member performance Provide and maintain the tools, information, resources, and support necessary to enable the individual and the team’s success. Coach and supervise service staff on storage, portioning, and handling of menu items Perform regular inspections of Stations and Service areas in support of established standards Maintain the accuracy of production schedules and usage reports, and communicate deficiencies Manage inventory levels and quality; maintain the organization of Production Storage Areas Ensure the culinary operation is secure, organized, safe, and clean during production, service, and at the end of events and shifts. Maintain a commitment to the quality of our resources and work to prevent loss and eliminate waste Promote our standards of quality, service, and the safety of our work environment. This includes all food safety standards, including time and temperature as a control Preparation Support the operational standards and Health Department regulations Ensure all areas are maintained in an orderly, clean, and sanitary manner, as well as oversee the complete breakdown and cleaning of all equipment. Ensure production of menu items is to standard Ensure recipes are followed, uniform production standards are met, and all items are of the highest possible quality Operational Coverage Support operations during downtimes and in times of need by covering stations, supervisory roles, and other roles as assigned by First Cooks and Culinary Leadership Menu Development Help create, manage, and serve seasonal, fresh menus from exceptional ingredients Assist with product and process refinement Assist with new product research and development Corrects discrepancies in production sheets and recipes Qualifications: Required High School Diploma or equivalent Equivalent work experience in lieu of minimum education and related experience 3-5 years of food preparation experience, including hot and cold food production, high-volume catering/banquet production, buffet presentation, à la carte cooking, including sautéing, grilling, roasting, and other fundamental cooking techniques. Strong verbal and written communication, customer service, organizational, and time management skills Ability to taste and work with any and all ingredients used Ability to mathematically reduce and expand measurements required by the recipe Attention to detail Work flexible hours based upon departmental needs, including extended shifts Experience supporting initiatives that foster an inclusive and respectful environment Successful completion of required reference and background checks An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test Preferred 5+ years high-volume food production Supervisory experience 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. Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Welcome to Amherst College! We are excited to share our current openings. You are invited to explore the opportunities available and we encourage you to apply for those that are aligned with your skills and experience. Thank you again for your interest in Amherst College Amherst College, one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the nation, is located in Amherst, Massachusetts—a town of about 35,000 residents in the western part of the state. The college community includes around 1,800 students from 48 states, plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and 54 countries around the world, along with about 1,000 staff and faculty members. The scenic 1,000-acre campus features a 500-acre wildlife sanctuary and the Book and Plow Farm; three museums: Emily Dickinson Museum, Beneski Museum of Natural History , and Mead Art Museum; and multiple educational and cultural venues and resources through the Five College Consortium. Amherst College is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. Amherst College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or the administration of its programs and activities based on race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic or class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Amherst College complies with all relevant state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. If you have any related inquiries, please contact the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, Amherst College, P.O. Box 5000, Amherst, MA 01002-5000. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Amherst College's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@amherst.edu. Click here for information about Title IX at Amherst. Inquiries may be directed to: Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator Amherst College 79 S Pleasant Street Suite 120 Amherst, MA 01002 crtixoffice@amherst.edu Amherst.edu/offices/title-ix

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