Cook

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Department

Dining Services

Job Description

This is 12-month, 40hr / week, fully benefited position. The schedule is as follows :

• Sunday : 11 : 30am - 7 : 30pm (float)
• Monday : 6am - 2pm
• Tuesday : 6am - 2pm
• Wednesday : OFF
• Thursday : OFF
• Friday : 11 : 30am - 7 : 30pm
• Saturday : 11 : 30am - 7 : 30pm

Essential Functions :

Prepare, cook, garnish, and present all menu items in a superior manner in accordance with Dining Services standards and recipes. These include, but are not limited to, breakfast items, soups, entrees including meats, sauces, vegetables, salads, dressings, breads, desserts, and meal alternatives as well as special diets. Assist in the preparation and service of any other meal when on duty. Contribute to the food production demands of other shifts including tea preparation. Check all food for proper temperature, flavor, and appearance before each meal. Monitor the food service area prior to and during service and replenish food items. Work cooperatively with Dining Room Coordinators to ensure that all food is being served in a safe and attractive manner.

Utilize, label, date and properly store leftover food to ensure safe product handling and effective food cost control. Plan usages of frozen items to ensure proper thawing under refrigeration. Communicate amounts of product used to the Chef. Understand and accurately use all available tools to control costs. Ensure that deliveries are checked in, inspected, weighed, and properly put away using first in, first out rules. Rotate other refrigerated food as needed, report any discrepancies of itemization or unacceptable quality to the Area Manager or Food Purchasing Office immediately. Assist with the ordering of food and other supplies as necessary.

Assist in the preparation and service of any other meal when on duty. Contribute to the food production demands of other shifts including tea preparation, and perform all other related or relevant tasks.

Clean and sanitize all Dining Services areas and equipment including routine floor maintenance on each shift. Support and maintain proper sanitation and recycling procedures.

Communicate with all people accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner. Work cooperatively with the area manager, staff, and students to ensure an orderly and efficient operation. Responsible for reviewing and understanding all departmental notices. Utilize e-mail and all college computer access responsibly.

Attend departmental meetings and training workshops as requested. Participate in the preparation and service of special events, as needed. Complete required payroll forms and scheduling forms within deadlines. Perform all other job related or relevant tasks. Initiate teamwork, collaboration, and cooperation between co-workers.

Minimum Qualifications :

Skills :

Smith College is an EO / AA / Vet / Disability Employer

Additional Information

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with a progressive wage schedule. The Step 1 hourly rate is $25.87, and new hires are usually placed at Step 1. The pay range below shows the middle portion of the step progression for this position based on the negotiated wage schedule.

Compensation

In addition to a competitive benefits package, pay for this role is typically between $27.39 - $30.44 hourly covering the middle half of market compensation. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.

Position Type

Regular

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Review of applications will begin

November 14, 2025

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women's colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu .

As set forth in our mission and values , Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.