Food Service Worker Lead - Purdue Memorial Union - Purdue Retail Dining - Purdue - Retail Dining
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $13.50 - $16.25
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of customers daily across 15 countries. Founded on a mission rooted in delivering exceptional service, Aramark aims to positively impact its partners, communities, employees, and the environment. The company is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities in a respectful and inclusive workplace, where diversity and individuality are celebrated. Aramark is not just a workplace but a community where every employee is empowered to pursue their passions, develop professionally, and contribute meaningfully.
This job opportunity is for a Food Service Worker role at Aramark, where you will be an essential part of the team that ensures high-quality food preparation and excellent customer service. As a Food Service Worker, you will assist with numerous tasks related to food preparation, portioning, cooking, and serving customers. Under the supervision and guidance of a manager, you will learn on the job, gaining valuable experience in the food service industry while developing important workplace skills.
Your role involves working with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment, where organizational skills, focus, accountability, and a positive attitude are critical to success. You will be involved in various duties such as preparing food items according to recipes and instructions, maintaining food quality by monitoring temperatures and taking food samples, and ensuring that all workstations and serving utensils meet strict cleanliness and sanitation standards. Customer interaction is a key component of this role, requiring you to greet customers warmly, respond to their feedback, and handle any complaints with professionalism and a smile.
Additionally, your responsibilities include coordinating the opening and closing of food stations, setting up and breaking down equipment, disposing of waste correctly, and adhering to safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment. You may also be required to cross-train in other areas such as concessions, catering, and special events. This role offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills by advising and supporting fellow employees on the serving line to ensure smooth operations and timely service.
Aramark values flexibility and commitment, recognizing that job duties may change as needed without formal notice. This dynamic approach helps employees develop new skills and adapt to meet the evolving needs of the company and its customers. The Food Service Worker position is ideal for individuals who are motivated by teamwork, customer service, and learning opportunities within a global company dedicated to sustainable practices and employee growth. Whether you are starting your career or looking to expand your experience in the food service industry, Aramark offers a supportive environment and a clear path for advancement.
This job opportunity is for a Food Service Worker role at Aramark, where you will be an essential part of the team that ensures high-quality food preparation and excellent customer service. As a Food Service Worker, you will assist with numerous tasks related to food preparation, portioning, cooking, and serving customers. Under the supervision and guidance of a manager, you will learn on the job, gaining valuable experience in the food service industry while developing important workplace skills.
Your role involves working with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment, where organizational skills, focus, accountability, and a positive attitude are critical to success. You will be involved in various duties such as preparing food items according to recipes and instructions, maintaining food quality by monitoring temperatures and taking food samples, and ensuring that all workstations and serving utensils meet strict cleanliness and sanitation standards. Customer interaction is a key component of this role, requiring you to greet customers warmly, respond to their feedback, and handle any complaints with professionalism and a smile.
Additionally, your responsibilities include coordinating the opening and closing of food stations, setting up and breaking down equipment, disposing of waste correctly, and adhering to safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment. You may also be required to cross-train in other areas such as concessions, catering, and special events. This role offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills by advising and supporting fellow employees on the serving line to ensure smooth operations and timely service.
Aramark values flexibility and commitment, recognizing that job duties may change as needed without formal notice. This dynamic approach helps employees develop new skills and adapt to meet the evolving needs of the company and its customers. The Food Service Worker position is ideal for individuals who are motivated by teamwork, customer service, and learning opportunities within a global company dedicated to sustainable practices and employee growth. Whether you are starting your career or looking to expand your experience in the food service industry, Aramark offers a supportive environment and a clear path for advancement.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior food service experience preferred
- Serve Safe Certification required
- Ability to lift and transport heavy items frequently
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols
- Reliable and punctual work attendance
- Flexible schedule availability including weekends and holidays
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
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