Kitchen Assistant

Posted November 28, 2022
Temporary / Contract / Full Time / Non-Exempt / At
Salary: $15 / hr

ORGANIZATION

Founded in 1978, Shakespeare & Company is a thriving center of creative and collaborative excellence in Actor Training, Performance, and Education, rooted in Shakespeare’s work and the Elizabethan ideals of inquiry, balance and harmony. Committed to nurturing the creative impulse, exploring the universal themes of human experience, engaging with the widest possible audience, and influencing future generations, Shakespeare & Company is also committed to evolving its approach to diversity and inclusion to engender an active process and positive change toward race equity in its employment and artistry. Shakespeare & Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities; it is our intent to maintain an inclusive work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of sex, gender, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, military service, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We strongly encourage applications from groups historically underrepresented in theatre including People of the Global Majority, LGBTQIA individuals, women, people who are neurodiverse, and people with disabilities. The Company is dedicated to the fulfillment of these policies in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. Our goal is to engage ourselves in endeavors which enrich and promote a more just society.

POSITION SUMMARY

Shakespeare & Company is seeking Kitchen Assistants for its residential winter Actor Training program (the Month-long Intensive). Candidates should have an understanding of a working kitchen or the ability to learn quickly, be team players, and be able to work under the direction of the Food Services Manager around meal planning, preparation, and serving buffet style. Positions start on/about December 28, 2022 and end on/about January 31, 2023. Work days will be Tuesdays through Sunday and the schedule will vary weekly.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support in preparing all meals in a cafeteria setting.
• Assist with receiving food and supplies.
• Ensure that all menu items are labeled accurately.
• Keep all refrigeration, storage, utensils, equipment, and working areas in clean, working condition in compliance with Department of Health Regulations.
• Display ability and willingness to work all stations in the kitchen.
• Practice “Teamwork” and “Clean as you go” policies.
• Be dependable and timely for scheduled shifts.
• Adhere to company policies/procedures and safe work practices and guidelines.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Minimum 6 months experience working in food or culinary services preferred.
• Ability to concentrate and work safely in a noisy kitchen environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and follow directions.
• Ability to bend, reach, pull, and lift.
• Ability to transport supplies and boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.
• ServeSafe Handler certification is a plus.
• A commitment to values of equity and inclusion and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences.
• Completion of a COVID-19 vaccine regime, including booster.

COMPENSATION

This position is a temporary, non-exempt position. Rate of pay is $15.00 per hour for up to 40 hours per week. Over time, if incurred, will be paid at time and a half. Also included are most meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Tuesday through Sunday). Shared housing (private room, shared bathroom, and kitchen facilities) is also available.

TO APPLY

Candidates who possess the above qualifications, or transferrable skills, are encouraged to apply. Please send resume and references. Applications are accepted until positions are filled.

• By email: jobsearch@shakespeare.org (include: Position Title and Name in the subject line)
• By mail:
  Job Search/Kitchen Assistant position
  Shakespeare & Company
  70 Kemble Street
  Lenox, MA 01240

• By fax: (413)637-4274