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About the Role

This role is essential to supporting the department's mission of providing high-quality service to a diverse campus community. The Receiving Assistant is responsible for coordinating the accurate and timely receipt, inspection, storage, and distribution of food and non-food deliveries across Dining Services. The position plays a critical role in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting procurement operations, and upholding safety and cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities

Accept and inspect all incoming deliveries, verifying accuracy, temperature compliance, and product integrity to minimize loss, spoilage and damage
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of storage areas for perishable and non-perishable items
Assist with monthly inventory of over 1,500 stock items
Handle inventory in a manner consistent with allergen awareness and safe food handling best practices
Accurately label and organize received goods into designated storage areas
Collaborate with kitchen and production staff to ensure timely delivery of items to appropriate locations across campus using the refrigerated truck or vans
Manage daily product transfers and deliveries to various dining venues across campus
Maintain FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation to ensure freshness and minimize waste
Ensure the cleanliness, organization, and safety of all storage areas, including walk-ins, freezers, the loading dock, garbage, and recycling spaces
Operate equipment such as pallet jacks and cardboard balers safely and effectively
Follow and model food safety and sanitation procedures
Regularly monitor Amherst College email for updates from procurement and receiving teams and broader college communications

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
An equivalent combination of education/experience in lieu of the minimum education and related experience
Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office or willingness to learn
Demonstrated commitment to working with and supporting diverse populations
Exercises independent judgment within established procedures for daily operational tasks
Works under supervision from the Manager of Purchasing and Receiving and/or the Purchasing Specialist
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities
Successful completion of required reference and background checks
An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check
Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test
Valid driver’s license and successful completion of Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program

Skills

Strong work ethic
Keen attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Food Safety and Allergen Awareness
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational, time management, and customer service abilities
Capacity to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently in a high-paced environment
Ability to perform basic math functions and maintain accurate records
Prior experience in a food service, warehouse, or shipping/receiving setting
Familiarity with data entry systems and inventory management software
Experience operating a pallet jack or similar equipment

Location

Amherst College

Work Type

Part-time
Casual

Experience Level

1 to 3 years of related experience
6 months to 1 year of experience in receiving, warehousing, or a similar role

Education Level

High School Diploma or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

$18-20 per hour

Benefits

No benefits

About the Company

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.