Food Service Worker Lead - Subway/Pizza Hut - ODU - ODU - Retail

Newport News, VA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $20.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities management services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted in a strong culture of service and united by a clear purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact on its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company emphasizes equal employment opportunity and values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Aramark believes every employee should have the opportunity to enjoy a career that nurtures their talents, fuels their passions, and empowers their professional growth. With a dynamic and supportive work environment, employees are encouraged to pursue new challenges and realize their full potential.

This Food Service Worker position is an hourly role, offering a competitive rate of $20.00 per hour. The role involves assisting with food preparation, portioning meals accurately, and serving customers with a positive and professional attitude. Under the guidance of a manager, Food Service Workers will develop their skills on the job, learning essential aspects of food service operations while cultivating meaningful connections with the customers they serve. The role demands teamwork, organization, accountability, and a focus on delivering excellent service every day. It also offers opportunities for career advancement, as the company encourages employees to grow and explore varied responsibilities within the food service field.

The Food Service Worker supports the daily readiness and quality of food service by taking part in preparation tasks, verifying portion sizes, maintaining hygiene standards, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment. The role includes setting up and breaking down food stations, keeping temperature logs, and conducting quality checks prior to serving meals. Customer interaction is also a key aspect of this job, requiring a friendly demeanor and a readiness to address any service-related inquiries or complaints effectively. Additionally, employees are cross-trained to work in multiple areas such as concessions, catering, and special events, enhancing their versatility and value to the team.

Aramark offers comprehensive benefits to eligible employees, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with work/life resources to support overall well-being. Furthermore, the offer includes retirement savings plans like 401(k), paid days off including parental leave, and disability coverage. Benefits can vary by location and comply with legal requirements relevant to the employee’s area of work and residence. This role encourages continuous learning and may involve adjustments to job duties to meet company needs, reflecting Aramark’s commitment to flexibility and employee development. Overall, this opportunity is ideal for individuals motivated to contribute positively in a fast-paced food service setting while growing their professional skills within a globally recognized company.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in food service preferred
Serve Safe Certification required
Ability to lift and transport heavy items frequently
Capable of working in a fast-paced kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, noise and chemicals
Strong communication skills
Availability to work flexible hours including weekends
Ability to follow safety and hygiene standards strictly

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