Corrections Food Service Worker Lead - Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of customers across 15 countries every day. The company is deeply rooted in service and united by a strong purpose to make a positive impact on their employees, partners, communities, and the planet. With a commitment to equal opportunity employment, Aramark fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity is respected and celebrated regardless of race, gender, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. The company believes in empowering its employees by developing their talents, fueling their passions, and creating avenues for professional growth to help them reach their full potential. Aramark offers a dynamic work environment that encourages team collaboration, leadership development, and an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the customer experience across various food service sectors.

The Food Service Worker role at Aramark is designed for individuals eager to learn and excel in food preparation, customer service, and kitchen operations. Reporting to a manager, this position involves assisting in food preparation, portioning meals accurately, and serving a diverse and loyal customer base. The role requires the ability to maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety while ensuring timely service. A Food Service Worker at Aramark will lead various activities such as setting up and breaking down workstations, cooking according to recipes, taking food quality samples, maintaining temperature logs, and responding promptly to any quality concerns to ensure customer satisfaction. Employees will also greet customers warmly, handle their service feedback constructively, and uphold a positive attitude to create an engaging dining experience.

This position emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and organization. The individual will be expected to maintain clean work areas including floors, equipment, refrigerators, and utensils, as well as follow sanitation procedures meticulously. They will assist with safety observations, waste disposal, supply transfers, and cross-train in different food service areas such as concessions, catering, and special events as needed. Additionally, the role involves completing daily opening and closing checklists, supporting the leadership by advising team members on effective service delivery, and performing other duties as assigned by supervisors or the management team. This job is well-suited for energetic and motivated candidates who enjoy a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a positive difference through customer service and food service excellence.

Working at Aramark offers the chance to ignite one’s passion and pursue meaningful work that impacts people daily. The company encourages employees to grow and develop new skills, providing a rewarding and fulfilling career path in the food service industry. Aramark’s culture promotes respect, safety, and fairness and supports employees with the tools and training needed to succeed. The sky is the limit for what employees can achieve at Aramark, from entry-level positions like Food Service Worker to advanced roles in management. This role serves as an excellent stepping stone for those looking to build a career in hospitality, food service management, or related fields, and who value teamwork, leadership, and customer interaction as fundamental components of their professional journey.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Serve Safe Certification
  • Previous food service experience preferred
  • Ability to lift and transport hot food items frequently
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Willingness to follow safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Good communication and teamwork skills

Job Qualifications

  • Great customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Serve Safe Certification
  • Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
  • Food service experience preferred
  • Requires frequent lifting/transporting hot food items
  • Ability to work inside kitchen area, interact with heated equipment, steam, loud noise, chemicals and other at risk conditions

Job Duties

  • Lead all aspects of and assist in preparation of food items for the day and dating products
  • Coordinate and assist in setting up and breaking down stations designated by the manager
  • Cook and otherwise prepare foods according to recipes and directions
  • Responsible for use of accurate portions when preparing and serving items on the line
  • Maintain daily temperature logs
  • Responsible for taking samples of all food items on the line prior to serving the customers
  • Alert management and pull food items that do not meet quality expectations
  • Complete opening and closing station checklists
  • Greet customers as they approach and leave the serving line
  • Ask customers about the quality of their service and handle any complaints while maintaining a positive attitude and smile
  • Coordinate and assist in maintaining a clean work station including floors, work areas, equipment, walls, refrigerators, and meat blocks
  • Ensures that all work areas and serving utensils are cleaned and sanitized
  • Responsible for accurate disposal of waste from the service line
  • Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or by cart
  • Assist with daily safety observations and report safety hazards discovered in the location to management immediately
  • Cross-train in areas as the need arises
  • Able to work in concessions, catering, and special events required by your manager
  • Perform task as requested by your manager on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
  • Completion of any task requested by a supervisor or member of the Aramark management team
  • Lead all aspects of and advise the employees working on the line to ensure timely and effective service of the customers
  • Request support from utility workers for sanitation issues of the line as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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