Part-Time Dining Services Assistant

Bowdoinham Country Store; Brunswick (ME); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Bowdoin College’s Dining Services seeks a part-time Food Service Worker/Dining Assistant in Brunswick, ME to support food production and service operations across dining halls. You will prepare ingredients, assist with service setup, and maintain sanitation and safety standards.

The role is entry-level, requires a high school diploma or GED and ServSafe certification, and offers shifts with morning, afternoon, and evening options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current ServSafe certification or completion of the online food safety course upon hire.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to dependability and punctuality.
• Ability to understand and practice recycling and sustainability practices.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of good personal hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with ingredient preparation for use in recipes for both hot and cold food production, mindful of cross contamination.
• Assisting with servery set-up, service, and replenishment.
• Following appropriate food handling and storage procedures; Serve food while adhering to portion control and serving procedures.
• Assisting in dishwashing tasks including scraping dirty dishes, loading and unloading pot and dish machine, and stacking clean dishware.
• Assisting in sanitation duties including cleaning preparation station and hot line, holding and dispensing equipment, sweeping and mopping kitchen, dining room and service areas, cleaning employee restrooms, wiping walls, tables and chairs, and cleaning all kitchen cooking equipment, refrigerated, frozen and dry storage area, as well as dock area.
• Assisting in daily operations and monitoring the dining hall’s checking systems.
• Assisting in stocking the gluten-free area and organizing the stocking inventory following FICO standards.
• Greeting and assisting dining service patrons.
• Providing coverage for the front and back of the house, filling in as needed.

Skills

ServSafe certification

Problem solving

Dependability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bowdoin College’s Dining Services seeks a part-time Food Service Worker/Dining Assistant in Brunswick, ME to support food production and service operations across dining halls. You will prepare ingredients, assist with service setup, and maintain sanitation and safety standards.

The role is entry-level, requires a high school diploma or GED and ServSafe certification, and offers shifts with morning, afternoon, and evening options.