Lead Prep Cook - Dining Services (Onsite)

UMass Amherst; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Amherst is hiring a Cook I for Franklin Dining Commons, onsite in Amherst. The role prepares meat, fish, poultry, sauces, soups, and other foods in large quantities, ensuring quality and safety.

You will lead a small team, train staff, and assist with more complex dishes as needed. Responsibilities include maintaining sanitation, coordinating with supervisors, and ensuring timely service to customers.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of full-time or equivalent experience in cooking for large-scale settings.
• Certified as a food handler within 6 months (e.g., ServSafe).
• Knowledge of standard food handling, storage, preparation and cooking practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food per recipe and SOP to fill orders promptly and maintain quality.
• Lead a small kitchen team as station lead and assign tasks for efficiency.
• Train staff on utensils and equipment and supervise shifts.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen supervision

Food safety

Team training

Reading recipes

Education

Culinary arts credential

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Steamers

Job description

UMass Amherst is hiring a Cook I for Franklin Dining Commons, onsite in Amherst. The role prepares meat, fish, poultry, sauces, soups, and other foods in large quantities, ensuring quality and safety.

You will lead a small team, train staff, and assist with more complex dishes as needed. Responsibilities include maintaining sanitation, coordinating with supervisors, and ensuring timely service to customers.