Food Service Worker

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. With a mission rooted in service and a focus on doing great things for employees, partners, communities, and the planet, Aramark fosters a work culture that encourages professional growth and empowers employees to reach their full potential. The company is committed to equal employment opportunity and values diversity and inclusion across all levels. By emphasizing development, service excellence, and community engagement, Aramark offers a dynamic workplace where employees can cultivate their talents and pursue meaningful careers.

The Food Service Worker position at Riverbend Maximum Security Prison is a unique and vital role within Aramark’s correctional facility food service operations. This role is focused on supervising inmates to ensure that meals and food items are prepared and served according to detailed production plans and Aramark’s rigorous standards. The Food Service Worker will train inmates in proper cooking techniques, enforce sanitary procedures, and maintain strict security protocols to ensure a safe and efficient food preparation and service environment. Starting pay for this position is $20 per hour, and it includes a comprehensive benefits package such as full health benefits, 401k, vacation and paid time off, holiday pay, college tuition assistance, and free shift meals.

This role involves overseeing all aspects of food preparation and tray assembly, ensuring timely and efficient meal service while adhering to Aramark’s food handling, portion control, and safety standards. The Food Service Worker will also coordinate work schedules, monitor inventory and food storage, and maintain compliance with correctional facility security policies. The position requires the ability to manage both food service quality and security demands, making it essential to have strong supervisory skills and a clear commitment to safety and operational efficiency.

This role is physically demanding, often requiring lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended standing or walking. The position may also require the use of uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) to comply with safety standards. Candidates must be able to maintain correctional facility security clearance and demonstrate good judgment and tact in their interactions with inmates and team members. Overall, this opportunity offers not only a competitive wage and robust benefits but also a chance to contribute to the important mission of providing quality food service within a secure environment.