Food Service Worker - Latham & Watkins - DC

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. The company is deeply rooted in a mission of service and strives to create a positive impact for its partners, communities, employees, and the planet. With a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Aramark fosters an environment where every employee has equal employment opportunity and is free to participate in all facets of the company without discrimination. Aramark believes in supporting its employees' career growth by developing their talents, fueling their passions, and empowering their professional advancement.

The Food Service Worker role at Aramark is an essential position responsible for supporting the management team in various food service operations. This role includes assisting with food and meal preparation, maintaining accurate cash receipts and meal records, and helping the manager in completing daily reports. The Food Service Worker ensures that all food production is conducted with the highest standards of quality, sanitation, and kitchen safety. This position is hourly with a competitive pay rate of $25.00 per hour.

In this role, the Food Service Worker is tasked with preparing quality food and baked goods according to planned menus, managing food storage to comply with sanitary standards, and serving food within established meal schedules and department policies. The individual will work closely with kitchen equipment, maintaining its care, especially focusing on the use of knives and other utensils essential to food preparation. Another critical responsibility is coordinating deep cleaning efforts for refrigerators, freezers, and cooking and serving equipment to ensure a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

Beyond food preparation, the Food Service Worker is accountable for maintaining a clean and organized work and storage area, scrubbing and polishing counters, sanitizing steam tables and other equipment, and following established procedures for cleanliness such as sweeping, mopping, and ware washing. Other responsibilities encompass timely meal preparation, adding garnishments for customer satisfaction and presentation, and supervising food temperature requirements to comply with safety standards.

The role demands physical activity including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking and standing. Employees must also adhere to uniform policies and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary. The Food Service Worker position requires the ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure and demonstrates strong communication skills to understand menu requirements and instructions from the manager.

At Aramark, employees benefit from comprehensive programs including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with work/life resources. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid time off including parental leave, and disability coverage. These benefits may vary by location and are subject to eligibility and specific legal requirements. Aramark encourages continuous learning and skill development, providing an environment where job duties are dynamic and flexible to meet operational needs and growth opportunities. This position is ideal for individuals seeking a meaningful career in food services with a global company that values inclusivity, opportunity, and professional growth.