Garde Manger Cook
Full Time
JR6421 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: Amherst College invites applications for the Garde Manger Cook position. The Garde Manger Cook is a 32-hour per week, academic year position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $19.64-20.00/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 Garde Manger Cook supports the efforts of Amherst College Dining Services in providing the campus community with excellent service and production of our menus. This position assists the culinary team with the production and implementation of menu items. Summary of Responsibilities: Preparation
- Prepare assigned menu items to standard, including cold food, packaged field trips, and ready-to-eat menu items, while adhering to standardized recipes and production methods
- Maintain operational standards and Health Department regulations
- Ensure all areas are maintained in an orderly, clean, and sanitary manner
- Set up food items prior to and during meals, meeting established standards, and manage the rotation of goods to ensure the highest quality
- Perform work in a safe and efficient manner; ensure operational organization before, during, and after service
- Ensure that equipment used is in sound, working order; tools used are accurately cared for and stored
- Communicate operational needs and concerns effectively and proactively
- Effectively collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues and students
- Assist with the inventory of storage and supply areas
- Inspect deliveries for quality and accuracy, and communicate deficiencies
- Communicate product needs through appropriate channels
- Work effectively to reduce waste and loss of supplies and goods
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Current ServSafe Manager Certification or be able to achieve within six (6) months of employment
- 1+ year of food preparation experience
- 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 recipe
- Dedication to working with a diverse and inclusive community
- Attention to detail
- Work flexible hours based upon operational needs, including extended shifts
- Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test
- Successful completion of required reference and background checks
- Volume cold food production experience
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