Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, operating in 15 countries with millions of guests served daily. Known for its commitment to service and sustainability, Aramark fosters a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. The company is dedicated to making a positive impact on its employees, customers, communities, and the planet. At Aramark, careers are designed to develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. This commitment is reflected in the supportive environment where employees are encouraged to pursue new challenges and reach their full potential. Aramark prioritizes employee development through ongoing training and offers opportunities to work in various settings, including concessions, catering, and special events.
The role of Food Service Worker at Aramark involves assisting with food preparation, portioning meals, and serving customers in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Under the guidance of a manager, the Food Service Worker learns on the job while contributing to high-quality food service delivery. This position requires individuals who are organized, focused, accountable, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude each day. The Food Service Worker is central to maintaining customer satisfaction by ensuring food quality, safety standards, and cleanliness of the work environment. Key responsibilities include preparing food items, coordinating station setup and breakdown, cooking according to recipes, maintaining temperature and quality logs, greeting customers, managing waste disposal, and supporting a clean and safe kitchen through sanitation and hygiene practices.
Candidates in this position will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, enabling them to lead and advise other kitchen staff to ensure timely and effective customer service. The worker is also expected to cross-train for flexibility and assist with safety observations, addressing hazards promptly. Physical demands are part of the role, including lifting, carrying hot food items, and working in a kitchen atmosphere with exposure to heat, steam, noise, and chemicals. The position encourages growth by offering employees diverse experiences across food service operations and special events, making it an excellent opportunity to ignite passion for culinary service and develop professional competence in hospitality. Joining Aramark as a Food Service Worker means being part of a team that values hard work, fosters personal development, and supports a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
The role of Food Service Worker at Aramark involves assisting with food preparation, portioning meals, and serving customers in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Under the guidance of a manager, the Food Service Worker learns on the job while contributing to high-quality food service delivery. This position requires individuals who are organized, focused, accountable, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude each day. The Food Service Worker is central to maintaining customer satisfaction by ensuring food quality, safety standards, and cleanliness of the work environment. Key responsibilities include preparing food items, coordinating station setup and breakdown, cooking according to recipes, maintaining temperature and quality logs, greeting customers, managing waste disposal, and supporting a clean and safe kitchen through sanitation and hygiene practices.
Candidates in this position will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, enabling them to lead and advise other kitchen staff to ensure timely and effective customer service. The worker is also expected to cross-train for flexibility and assist with safety observations, addressing hazards promptly. Physical demands are part of the role, including lifting, carrying hot food items, and working in a kitchen atmosphere with exposure to heat, steam, noise, and chemicals. The position encourages growth by offering employees diverse experiences across food service operations and special events, making it an excellent opportunity to ignite passion for culinary service and develop professional competence in hospitality. Joining Aramark as a Food Service Worker means being part of a team that values hard work, fosters personal development, and supports a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 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 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 tasks 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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