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AMHERST Casual Retail Dining Assistant Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Casual Retail Dining Assistant position. The Casual Retail Dining Assistant is a part-time, casual position with no benefits, starting at \$17.00/hour. Given Amherst\'s distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community. The Casual Retail Dining Assistant, is committed to quality and excellent customer service and works in food and beverage counter service in our retail locations and/or as assigned. This role will ensure proper and safe food handling measures, including labeling, dating, and rotating products. The Casual Retail Dining Assistant will be responsible for barista-style beverage crafting, which will include the operation of espresso machines and following recipes closely. The candidate will also take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College\'s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. The work schedule varies and corresponds to the College\'s operational needs. The position starts at \$17 per hour and may include working at multiple locations on campus, which will require moving across campus. Our work is central to student life, and their needs occur at a variety of times throughout the day, week, and year, and as such, a flexible schedule with extended shift times is required. In addition, the position is designated as providing essential services and may be required to report to work, or remain on duty even when the College is closed. Summary of Responsibilities: Food and Beverage Service and Preparation Serve both high-quality breakfast and lunch menu items as well as specialty espresso beverages to our campus community Maintain a clean and neat workspace, properly stock and rotate food and beverages Promote high standards of service and food quality Cleaning and Maintenance Helping to keep the facility clean and orderly before and after service Ware and dishwashing, table wiping, trash and recycling removal and sweeping and mopping floors Communication Effectively and respectfully communicate with our community and coworkers. This includes operational needs and concerns Stay up to date on college communications via your amherst.edu email account Communicate schedule needs and changes in a timely and effective manner Qualifications: Required High School Diploma or Equivalent Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test Commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive community The individual has daily interaction with a diverse campus community, involving both verbal and written communication. This includes but is not limited to: Working directly with our customers in a display cooking setting Accepting the direction, training and support provided by supervisors Communicating with customers regarding their needs, suggestions and concerns Reporting operational issues, concerns and needs through appropriate channels Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations with other employees of the organization Preferred Barista experience or experience in a small cafe setting Food Handler or ServSafe Certification