Catering Wait StaffBartenders Casual Position
Catering Wait StaffBartenders Casual Position
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Job Description
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial socioeconomic 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:
Amherst College invites applications for the Catering Wait Staff and Bartender position. The Catering Wait Staff and Bartender is a parttime casual position with no benefits starting at $18.00/hour. Given Amhersts 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.
Catering Wait Staff and Bartenders report to the Catering Manager and Catering Assistant Manager the position supports the efforts of Amherst College Dining Services by providing the campus community with quality products and excellent service. Wait Staff and Bartenders will work with the Catering Manager and Assistant Catering Manager in serving the campus community at all catered events including but not limited to banquet dinners receptions large campus events and deliveries. Events are based on the colleges needs and schedule making this an oncall position with weekday/evening hours and weekend hours.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Wait Staff will establish a warm welcome and professional atmosphere for guests by giving ultimate service and cooperation. Ensures all food and beverages are served in a timely manner with safe food handling practices. Staff over 18 years of age will be trained to serve alcohol and bartend events as needed. Able to meet a schedule that is subject to changes on short notice. Abide by all policies and procedures as set forth by the manager.
Provides assistance moving tables chairs and other banquet equipment for setting up and breaking down all events. Clean and vacuum event spaces.
Qualifications:
Required
Strong verbal and written communication interpersonal customer service organizational and time management skills this position interacts with a diverse group of students faculty staff Alumni and college guests.
Must be 16 years or older.
Available to work flexible hours evenings holidays and weekends.
Must have a professional appearance positive work ethic wellspoken and outgoing as guest contact is critical for this position.
Some service experience is beneficial but will train.
Successful completion of preemployment physical and lift test.
Preferred
ServSafe Certification.
TIPS Certification in Massachusetts.
Two or more years of experience in a restaurant/banquet setting.
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development continued learning and career advancement.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Employment Type
Part-Time
