Food Service Worker Lead - Rye City School District

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.50 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day in 15 countries around the world. The company is rooted in service and united by a strong sense of purpose to do great things for their employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark's commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity ensures that every employee can work in an inclusive environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Working at Aramark is not just a job, it is a career path that fosters talent development, fuels passion, and empowers professional growth, encouraging every employee to reach their full potential. Aramark offers a wide range of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plans like 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, and disability coverage, although benefits may vary depending on location and eligibility.

The Food Service Worker role at Aramark is an essential position within the company’s food service operations, designed to ensure excellent service to customers while maintaining high standards of food preparation and safety. The hourly wage for this position ranges from $17.50 to $18.00, reflecting Aramark’s commitment to competitive and fair compensation. In this position, the Food Service Worker assists with food preparation, portioning meals accurately, and serving customers with a positive attitude. The role offers an opportunity to learn on the job under the guidance of a manager, offering valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced food service environment.

Food Service Workers at Aramark play a key role in maintaining food quality and safety, including taking temperature logs, sampling food items prior to serving, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Responsibilities include setting up and breaking down workstations, cooking foods according to specific recipes, and keeping work areas clean and sanitized. Customer interaction is also a significant aspect, where the Food Service Worker greets customers, addresses quality concerns, and maintains a welcoming atmosphere.

This position may have physical demands such as frequent lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, standing for extended periods, and working in an environment with loud noise, steam, heated equipment, and chemicals. Employees are required to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adhere to safety protocols. Cross-training for concessions, catering, and special events may also be required, making the role dynamic and varied. Aramark values team players who are organized, focused, accountable, and maintain a positive outlook daily. This position offers a foundation to build a satisfying and rewarding career with opportunities for advancement within the company.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • previous experience in food service or related field preferred
  • ability to lift and carry heavy objects frequently
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • ability to follow health and safety regulations
  • ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
  • availability to work flexible hours 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
  • ensure that all work areas and serving utensils are cleaned and sanitized
  • responsible for accurate disposal of waste from the service line
  • transfer 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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