Garde Manger Cook

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Garde Manger Cook
Amherst Campus
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

Inventory

• 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

Qualifications:
Required

• 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

Preferred

• Volume cold food production 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.
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.
To apply, visit https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Garde-Manger-Cook_JR6421
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Amherst College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs and activities on the basis of 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 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.

 

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