Mount Holyoke College's Dining Commons offers a variety of cuisines to cater to different dietary needs and preferences. The menu changes frequently to provide students with a diverse range of choices. Popular stations include the WOK station, where students can customize their stir-fry dishes, and the Baraka station, which serves Halal food. The L'Chaim station provides Kosher food options. The culinary team is committed to providing nutritious and delicious meals that cater to the diverse tastes of the student body, staff, and faculty. They also ensure that all meals adhere to proper safety and sanitation procedures. Additionally, the Dining Commons provides Vegan and Vegetarian options that are clearly labeled to make it easier for students to choose meals that fit their dietary needs. Mount Holyoke College's Dining Commons team is dedicated to providing an inclusive dining experience for all students. They strive to create a welcoming environment where students enjoy healthy and delicious food.
As a Culinary Assistant, you will work under the supervision of the Chef Manager and/or Lead Cook, Executive Chef, Associate Director of Culinary Operations, and Dining Managers. Your primary responsibilities will be to prepare recipes and ensure safe food preparation and handling. You must follow sanitation and proper receiving and storage procedures to ensure compliance with department and BOH regulations.
As an integral culinary team member, you will assist other cooks with general preparation and abide by and enforce the department's and Board of Health’s (BOH's) rules and regulations. You will also be responsible for assisting in food preparation using the following methods according to directions. Your contribution to the team will ensure that the culinary operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will also be responsible for assisting in food preparation by any of the following methods, according to directions
Are you a culinary professional seeking an opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic and rewarding environment? Look no further than Dining Services! Our team of highly effective and dedicated hospitality professionals delivers an exceptional experience for students, faculty, and staff every day. This opportunity is available at Mount Holyoke College on our beautiful and historic South Hadley, Massachusetts campus.
As a team member, you'll work in an environment that values hard work, professional growth, and learning. Whether you're an experienced chef or just starting, we provide ample opportunities for advancement and development. Plus, our commitment to quality and sustainability means you'll have the chance to work with the best ingredients and techniques to create delicious and healthy meals.
In this role, you'll be more than just a team member. You'll be an essential part of our team, working closely with us to plan and execute menus, manage inventory and supplies, and ensure a safe and clean kitchen environment. Your input and collaboration with other departments and stakeholders will be crucial in providing the highest customer service. You'll be empowered to make decisions directly impacting the organization's success, making your role even more significant.
At Dining Services, we're committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive regardless of background or experience. We offer competitive wages and benefits, flexible scheduling, and ongoing training and development opportunities.
Please note that this position falls under a Union, which ensures fair compensation and benefits for all employees. So, if you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level in a supportive and inclusive setting, join us today and feel secure in your career growth.
Background Checks:
Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.
Special Instructions for Applicants:
Apply online; application materials must include:
A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
A complete resume or curriculum vitae
For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.
Mount Holyoke College is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Mount Holyoke College, the leading gender-diverse women’s college, is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are a diverse community of staff, faculty, and students, united in our mission to offer an intellectually adventurous education in the liberal arts through academic programs that are renowned internationally for their cross-disciplinary excellence, experiential approach, and commitment to diversity.
Mount Holyoke College is a welcoming and inclusive environment that values and respects individuals of all backgrounds. As an EOE, we encourage members of historically underrepresented groups or nontraditional backgrounds to apply for open positions at our institution. The College has a long-standing tradition of providing women and other historically underrepresented groups with access to an innovative educational experience that prepares students for purposeful leadership by integrating hands-on opportunities into the curriculum. We firmly believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our ability to prepare students for success in an increasingly globalized world.
We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants and to building an exemplary workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body and the communities we serve. Our ultimate goal is to produce graduates who are capable of engaging thoughtfully, effectively, and boldly with the world.
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