Third Cook - Baker

Amherst College is a prestigious and highly selective liberal arts college located in Amherst, Massachusetts. Known for its strong academic programs and commitment to diversity and inclusion, the college has made significant strides in diversifying its student body as well as its faculty, administration, and staff. Amherst College embraces diversity in all its forms including racial, socio-economic, and geographic, enriching the educational environment and community culture. The institution provides a collaborative and inclusive workplace that supports professional development and personal growth for its employees. Amherst College is recognized not only for its academic excellence but also for its comprehensive and competitive benefits package offered to staff and faculty, supporting a healthy work-life balance and overall well-being. This inclusive atmosphere fosters a welcoming spirit where employees from diverse backgrounds can thrive, contributing to the college's mission of educational excellence and community engagement.

The Third Cook - Baker position at Amherst College is a full-time, year-round role situated on the Amherst Campus. This position is essential to the success of the campus dining experience by supporting daily bakery production, which enhances student life and dining services. The role involves preparing a variety of baked goods such as breads, pastries, cookies, and bars in accordance with Dining Services standards for quality, consistency, presentation, and timeliness. The Third Cook - Baker works collaboratively with culinary and service team members ensuring production needs are met efficiently in a team-oriented environment. This position requires a baker with solid foundational skills in basic baking techniques and recipe execution, comfortable working in a fast-paced production setting. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and reliability are critical, as well as flexibility to work different shifts or assist with catering and special events.

Employees in this role are expected to uphold rigorous food safety and allergen awareness protocols to provide a safe dining experience for all community members. They follow standardized recipes and production methods, maintain cleanliness and order in the bakery, properly store tools and ingredients, and support waste-reduction efforts. With an hourly wage ranging between $21.24 and $21.75, the Third Cook - Baker position offers a competitive wage reflecting education, experience, and other relevant factors alongside a comprehensive benefits package. Amherst College encourages applications from candidates committed to fostering an inclusive community and poised to contribute their baking expertise to enrich the campus experience.