Food Service Worker Lead - Univ. of Tennessee-Grill C-Store

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. With a strong commitment to service excellence and community impact, Aramark operates in diverse environments including education, healthcare, business, and sports and entertainment venues. The company is deeply rooted in its mission to do great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark values equal employment opportunity and fosters an inclusive culture that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or protected veteran status. This inclusive approach ensures every team member feels respected and empowered to contribute their best work.

The Food Service Worker role at Aramark is an exciting entry-level opportunity ideal for individuals passionate about food preparation and customer service. This position involves a variety of hands-on tasks such as assisting with food prep, portioning meals, serving customers, and maintaining cleanliness and safety within the food service environment. Under the guidance of a manager, Food Service Workers will receive on-the-job training to develop their skills in cooking, sanitation, and customer interaction. This role requires individuals who are organized, focused, accountable, and bring a positive attitude daily — qualities that are essential for creating a welcoming and efficient dining experience.

Responsibilities include preparing and dating food products, assisting in setting up and breaking down food stations, cooking according to recipes, and ensuring accurate portion control. Food Service Workers also maintain temperature logs to guarantee food safety, take samples for quality checks, and alert management to any issues regarding food quality. Greeting customers warmly, handling feedback or complaints professionally, and maintaining clean workstations including equipment and floors ensure an outstanding customer experience and adherence to health standards. Additionally, these workers help with waste disposal, supply transfers, and safety hazard reporting. Flexibility is important, as the role includes opportunities to work in various settings such as concessions, catering, and special events.

Aramark emphasizes the development of new skills and adaptability to meet evolving organizational needs. Food Service Workers are encouraged to cross-train in different areas to broaden their expertise and enhance their career growth within the company. The position involves physical activity, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods, often in environments with heated equipment and noise. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use and uniform compliance are also part of the job to ensure safety.

Aramark values its employees and offers a workplace where passion can ignite and professional aspirations can flourish. Those who join Aramark’s team have the potential to advance their careers in a dynamic environment that supports personal and professional growth. This role is perfect for team players eager to start or enhance their careers in the food service industry, making meaningful connections with customers, and contributing to a shared mission of positive impact.