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AMHERST SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Second Cook Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Second Cook. The Second Cook is a full-time, year-round position, starting at \$21.35 per 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 Second Cook 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 production and implementation of menu items. This individual takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College\'s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. This position ensures that the quantity and quality of our production are consistent with our standards and works with all members of the team to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers. This individual produces menu components from fresh and exceptional ingredients and is proficient in the technical skill and knowledge required to achieve this, being well versed in food, its history, and trends. The work schedule corresponds to the College\'s operational needs. This position may assist with morning coverage in student dining or assist with catering and campus-wide events. 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. In addition, the position is designated as providing essential services and should report to work, or remain on duty even though the College is closed. Qualifications: Required High School Diploma or equivalent Current ServSafe Manager Certification or be able to achieve within (6) months of employment Allergen Awareness as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Five years of food preparation experience including hot and cold food production, high volume production, buffet presentation, a la carte cooking, baking, and pastry Strong verbal and written communication, customer service, organizational, and time management skills Ability to taste and work with any and all ingredients used Ability to mathematically reduce and expand measurements required by the recipe Attention to detail Ability to work flexible hours based upon departmental needs including extended shifts Preferred Associate\'s degree or equivalent in Culinary Arts Supervisory experience Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement. Summary of Responsibilities: Production Support the operational standards and Health Department regulations Ensure all areas are maintained in an orderly, clean, and sanitary manner, as well as oversee the complete breakdown and cleaning of all equipment Ensure production of menu items are to standard Ensure recipes are followed, uniform production standards are met, and all items are of the highest possible quality Supervision Provide operational supervision, both directly and in conjunction with the First Cook, over the daily culinary operations while supporting the culinary team with the planning, production and implementation of menus and systems Participate in employee training and development and the assessment of team member performance Provide and maintain the tools, information, resources, and support necessary to enable individual and the team\'s success Coach and Supervise service staff on storage, portioning, and handling of menu items Perform regular inspections of Stations and Service areas in support of established standards Maintain the accuracy of production schedules, usage reports, and communicate deficiencies