Assistant Director of food service - William Penn School District

Upper Darby, PA, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and development opportunities

flexible scheduling

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. With a strong commitment to delivering high-quality services, Aramark is rooted in a culture of service and united by a purpose to make a positive impact on communities, partners, employees, and the planet. The company emphasizes equal employment opportunities and fosters a work environment free from discrimination, valuing diversity and inclusion in all its forms. Employees at Aramark are supported to develop their talents, pursue new challenges, and grow professionally in a dynamic and supportive workplace. Aramark believes in creating a sense of belonging and engaging each employee to help them reach their full potential through meaningful and rewarding careers.

The Food Service Worker role at Aramark is vital in maintaining the quality and safety standards of food production and service. This position involves assisting the manager with meal preparation and ensuring that food and baked goods are prepared according to a planned menu, maintaining accurate cash receipts and meal records, and helping with daily reporting tasks. The worker is also responsible for upholding stringent food safety regulations and sanitation protocols, which include proper storage, handling, and serving of food. In addition, the role requires operating kitchen equipment safely, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and storage areas, and performing physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods. The Food Service Worker is expected to coordinate daily with management to ensure menu accuracy and meet the scheduled meal services. This role demands a strong work ethic, the ability to work efficiently under pressure, and attention to detail to guarantee customer satisfaction through visually appealing garnishments and timely preparation of a variety of food items and beverages. The position may also require adherence to uniform and personal protective equipment policies to ensure safety and professionalism in the workplace. Overall, the Food Service Worker plays a key role in delivering a safe, clean, and enjoyable dining experience for customers while supporting the operational success of the kitchen team at Aramark.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
prior food service or kitchen experience preferred
ability to follow detailed instructions
strong communication skills
physical ability to perform lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
willingness to adhere to uniform and safety guidelines
ability to work in a fast-paced environment
flexibility to handle various kitchen duties

Job Qualifications

Food service certificate as needed
sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions
be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure

Job Duties

Prepare quality food and baked goods according to a planned menu
prepare a daily report that verifies transactions
understand what is inclusive of a meal
ensure storage of food in an accurate and sanitary manner
serve food according to meal schedules, department policies and procedures
use and care of kitchen equipment, especially knives
timely preparation of a variety of food items and beverages
add garnishments to ensure customer happiness and eye appeal
coordinate and assist in major cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, and cooking and serving equipment
adhere to all food safety regulations for sanitation, food handling, and storage
adhere to the uniform policy
connect with the manager daily to understand and accurately prepare menu for the day
supervise the food temperature requirements
maintain a clean and organized work and storage area
scrub and polish counters, clean and sanitize steam tables, and other equipment
follow established procedures and standards for cleanliness, to ensure a balanced and safe environment including sweeping, moping, ware washing
maintain garbage collection site and kitchen floor areas in a neat and sanitary fashion
perform other duties as assigned including other areas in the kitchen
comply with physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing
wear required uniforms and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed