Departmental Assistant; Line Server

About UMass Amherst

The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450 acres in western Massachusetts and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges and 100 undergraduate majors. The university aims to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use knowledge for the common good.

It fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued—and thrives.

The Line Server (Departmental Assistant) assists in the preparation of simple hot and cold foods using food service equipment and standard recipes; serves food to diners; cleans equipment and production, serving, and dining areas; washes dishes, pots and pans; and operates a cash register to process cash sales transactions.

• Moves food from storage, prepares beverages, loads food carts, and transports food to serving areas.
• Serves food to diners.
• Assists in preparation of simple hot and cold foods and beverages using standard recipes and procedures.
• Assists cooks and other staff by using manual or mechanical food service equipment in accordance with department procedures and safety requirements.
• Cleans food preparation areas, serving areas and dining areas to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Operates a cash register in accordance with department policies to complete cash sale transactions.
• Washes dishes, trays, utensils, and pots and pans using available equipment and established methods to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment normally used in a food service operation.
• Working knowledge of food service sanitation procedures.
• Ability to perform physical tasks typical of a food service operation.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.

• Balancing, carrying, pulling, pushing, standing, bending, reaching, twisting, lifting, and performing repetitive movements.

• This position will be within any of the Auxiliary Enterprises locations such as Berkshire Dining Hall, Hampshire Dining Hall, Franklin Dining Hall, Worcester Dining Hall, Blue Wall Café, and other Auxiliary Enterprises Cafés.

• Shift will vary based on location and department needs; may include weekends and holidays.
• This is a temporary, non-benefited position.

$15.00 - $19.00 per hour.

In addition to completing the application, applicants should provide three professional references.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.