Food Service Worker

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $19.50
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, operating across 15 countries worldwide. The company proudly serves millions of guests every day, offering high standards in food quality, safety, and customer service. Rooted deeply in service and united by a strong purpose, Aramark works to create positive impacts for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company champions equal employment opportunity, fostering an inclusive environment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status. With a commitment to professional growth, Aramark supports its employees in developing their talents and pursuing new challenges.

The Food Service Worker position at Aramark is an hourly role offering compensation between $17.00 and $19.50 per hour, reflecting the company’s dedication to fair and competitive wages. This role plays a vital part in the daily kitchen operations by assisting management with food preparation, maintaining meal records, and ensuring all food safety and sanitation standards are met. Food Service Workers are responsible for preparing quality food and baked goods according to planned menus, accurately storing food items, and serving meals in alignment with the established schedules and policies. This role also requires maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and proper care of kitchen equipment.

This position demands multitasking and efficiency, as workers must be able to prepare a variety of food items promptly while following strict safety and sanitation guidelines. Additionally, workers support the manager by helping complete daily reports and verifying transactions, which requires attention to detail and reliability. Physical demands of the job include lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, extended standing or walking, and necessitate wearing uniforms and personal protective equipment as part of safety protocols.

The Food Service Worker role fits individuals who thrive in fast-paced food service environments and who are committed to maintaining high-quality standards in food production and kitchen safety. Working closely with the manager, Food Service Workers help create meals that not only meet nutritional standards but also delight customers with garnishments and appealing presentation. Aramark values employees who are flexible and can adapt to changing duties as necessary, always aiming to deliver outstanding service that reflects the company’s mission and values. This position has no fixed application window and will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected, highlighting Aramark’s careful and inclusive hiring process, which considers all qualified applicants regardless of previous convictions in line with fair chance laws.

In summary, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to join a leading food service company dedicated to employee growth, community impact, and superior service delivery. Food Service Workers at Aramark are essential to operational success and customer satisfaction, making a meaningful contribution every day in a supportive, dynamic work environment.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in food service or kitchen environment preferred
  • Ability to maintain sanitary and safety standards
  • Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
  • Willingness to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment
  • Must be able to work flexible hours

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, beverages, and 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, duties include 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
  • This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing
  • This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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