Kitchen Runner

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

**Job Description**:
The Food Runner supports the efforts of Amherst College Dining Services in providing the diverse campus community with excellent service and production of our menus. This position assists the culinary team with the care and cleaning of all utensils for the kitchen and the implementation of menu items.

The Food Runner supports the efforts of Dining Services to provide the campus community with excellent quality and customer service. The Food Runner maintains safe, clean, orderly, and sanitary conditions and assists with the execution of food and beverage service within the Dining Commons. The Runner takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

The work schedule is generally Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm. The Food Runner position is part of essential services and should report to work or remain on duty, even when the college is closed. As our work is central to student life, their needs occur at a variety of times throughout the day, week, and year and in such, a flexible schedule with extended shift times is required.

Summary of Responsibilities:
Support Culinary Team- Wash and sanitize equipment to support the kitchen- Maintain the appropriate quantities of pans, utensils and other equipment- Respond to calls to adequately support the needs of the business- Removes empty pans- Communicates clearly between the Kitchen and the Front of House Staff- Effectively collaborates with a diverse group of colleagues and students

Food Preparation- Support the culinary team with food preparation as needed- Maintain a high level of sanitation- Monitor and maintain an adequate supply of products

Cleaning, organizing, maintenance- Clean surfaces and other food contact areas- Organize food in warmers- Reports issues with equipment to appropriate supervisory staff

Communication-
- Learning and using Workday to manage clocking in and out for shifts, time off requests, and all other functions required to manage your personal information

Qualifications:
Required- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills including the ability to follow verbal and written instructions- Excellent customer service, organizational, and interpersonal skills- Strong time-management skills including the ability to multi-task and function efficiently in a fast paced environment- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team- Ability to work a flexible schedule including working occasional evening shifts and overtime including during days off- Basic math and computer skills- Ability to taste and work with any and all ingredients used- Commitment to or experience working with a diverse community- Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test

Preferred- Food service experience- High School Diploma or equivalent- A valid driver’s license and successful credentialing in order to operate college vehicles

Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.

Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here for
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