Dietary Worker I (Berkshire Dining Commons)

UMass Amherst Stroke Support Group; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Dietary Worker I for Berkshire Dining Commons in Amherst. This on-site, full-time role involves preparing simple foods, maintaining cleanliness in dining areas, and supporting dining service operations during service periods.

Responsibilities include assisting with basic cooking tasks, operating kitchen equipment, and ensuring sanitary conditions. Strong teamwork and the ability to follow instructions are essential to contribute to smooth

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of approved sanitary methods and procedures for care and use of kitchen equipment and handling of food.
• Ability to cook a variety of simple meals and to use kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions and work harmoniously with others.

Responsibilities

• Peels, chops, washes, cooks, or prepares simple foods; secures food from storage; operates kitchen equipment.
• Cleans facilities and equipment in food service areas.
• Separates and removes trash and garbage to designated containers.

Skills

Sanitation procedures

Food preparation

Teamwork

Job description

Title: Dietary Worker I (Berkshire Dining Commons)

Executive Area: Administration and Finance

College/School/MBU: Auxiliary Enterprises

Department: Berkshire Dining Commons

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Summary

Performs simple routine manual domestic, cooking, dish washing, cleaning, and serving tasks required in a large food service operation.

Essential Functions

• Peels, chops, washes, cooks, or otherwise prepares simple foods and dishes; secures food from storage place, makes coffee; operates kitchen equipment; loads food carts; transports food to serving areas; serves food to diners; assists higher rated employees in preparing of more complex dishes.
• Cleans facilities including equipment, food areas, furniture, floors, trays, food carts, pots and pans, utensils, or dishes, by such methods as scraping, hand or machine washing.
• Separates and removes trash and garbage placing it in designated containers.
• May operate a cash register in strict compliance with established procedures; keeps simple records such as meal counts and cash reports.
• Prepares a dining area for service by setting up tables, chairs, and equipment; maintains an adequate supply of utensils and dinnerware; or fills and maintains beverage dispensing equipment.

Other Functions

Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the approved sanitary methods and procedures for the care and use of kitchen, dining room, and food service equipment and for the handling and serving of food.
• Ability to cook a variety of simple meals and to use kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions and establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.

Additional Details

This position is designated as essential personnel.

This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in custodial or dining service environments, and entails prolonged standing, carrying loads, and use of cleaning chemicals or food service equipment.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

4:30pm-12:30pm; Rotating days off.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: AFSCME Grade 08

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