Campus Dining Kitchen Assistant (In-Person)

Mount Holyoke College; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan (College-conb)?

Comprehensive medical, dental and visi

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Disability and Leave Benefits

Life Insurance (College paid coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke)

Generous Paid Time Off

Access to Kendall Sports & Dance

Job summary

Mount Holyoke College Dining Commons is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support daily food service operations in a busy, in-person dining facility. The role focuses on dish washing, sanitation, and assisting kitchen staff to maintain smooth service across meal periods.

Starting pay is commensurate with experience, with union-backed compensation. The position offers benefits and opportunities to learn ServSafe practices while working with students and staff in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• General knowledge of food and operation of kitchen/dish room equipment.
• Ability to pass a physical examination without restrictions.
• Ability to lift/move an average of 50 pounds without restrictions.
• Willingness to participate in a ServSafe class to obtain Food Protection Manager Certification.
• Ability to maintain an extraordinarily positive attitude in dealing with students and the public.
• Ability to work cooperatively and give direction to others.
• Must comply with safety and sanitation regulations as prescribed by law.
• Must comply with proper dress code as designated by the Department.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain dish machines according to proper procedures.
• Wash pots, pans and utensils; clean dish return area, dining rooms and service areas following proper health and sanitation practices.
• Record accurate Time & Temp logs along with proper PH balance of sanitizers in pot sinks and dish machines.
• Wash all tables and chairs; mop floors between meal periods or as needed; empty trash and compost in proper receptacles.
• Empty grease trap catch screens and keep them clean.
• Keep all work areas clean, free of debris and sanitized at all times.
• Maintain the flow of dishes, silverware, pots, pans so they don’t get backed up and delivering them back to their designated areas.
• At times, will provide direction, supervision, and training to student staff and must maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Assists in putting away food orders and deliveries as needed.
• Working with others, including students, as well as work alone without supervision.

Skills

Good communication

Lift 50 lbs

Safety compliance

ServSafe readiness

Team supervision

Positive attitude

Cooperative work

Job description

Mount Holyoke College Dining Commons is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support daily food service operations in a busy, in-person dining facility. The role focuses on dish washing, sanitation, and assisting kitchen staff to maintain smooth service across meal periods.

Starting pay is commensurate with experience, with union-backed compensation. The position offers benefits and opportunities to learn ServSafe practices while working with students and staff in a supportive team environment.