Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, providing essential support to millions of guests in sectors ranging from education and healthcare to sports and leisure. Operating in 15 countries worldwide, Aramark is deeply committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. The company's mission is rooted in service and a shared purpose that drives positive impact for employees, partners, communities, and the planet. This focus on inclusive employment practices fosters an environment where diversity and equal opportunity are paramount, making Aramark a great place to build a meaningful career.
As a Food Service Worker at Aramark, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional food service experiences to customers. This entry-level position offers comprehensive on-the-job training led by experienced managers, providing a supportive environment to grow your skills and knowledge in the food service industry. You will assist in food preparation, accurate portioning, and serving meals, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction with every interaction. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a team setting, exhibit strong organization and accountability, and maintain a positive attitude every day.
The position requires a hands-on approach to food preparation, from leading and helping prepare food items daily to cooking meals according to precise recipes and instructions. You will manage key operational tasks such as maintaining daily temperature logs, taking food samples for quality assurance, and keeping workstations clean and sanitized. Your responsibilities include interacting with customers warmly by greeting them, soliciting feedback about their service, and addressing any concerns professionally and cheerfully.
Beyond serving, you will also support logistical functions such as coordinating station setup and breakdown, transferring supplies, and assisting in concessions, catering, and special event operations as needed. Cross-training opportunities abound to diversify your skills and prepare you for broader roles within the organization. Safety is a priority, and reporting hazards promptly as well as adhering to safety observation procedures are integral parts of the job.
Aramark values leadership at every level, giving you the chance to lead employees on the serving line for smooth and timely service delivery. Working here means contributing to a dynamic, evolving environment where adaptability and teamwork are essential. The company also emphasizes fulfilling tasks that help maintain high standards in food safety, sanitation, and customer service.
This role may involve physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of standing or walking. It requires a readiness to work around heated equipment, steam, loud noises, chemicals, and other challenging conditions within the kitchen environment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms are typically required to maintain health and safety standards.
Joining Aramark means becoming part of a global family committed to your personal and professional development. Whether you are pursuing a career in food service or looking for valuable experience, Aramark provides the platform to ignite your passion and pursue what matters. With a supportive team culture and opportunities for advancement, this food service role is a stepping stone toward achieving your career goals.
As a Food Service Worker at Aramark, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional food service experiences to customers. This entry-level position offers comprehensive on-the-job training led by experienced managers, providing a supportive environment to grow your skills and knowledge in the food service industry. You will assist in food preparation, accurate portioning, and serving meals, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction with every interaction. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a team setting, exhibit strong organization and accountability, and maintain a positive attitude every day.
The position requires a hands-on approach to food preparation, from leading and helping prepare food items daily to cooking meals according to precise recipes and instructions. You will manage key operational tasks such as maintaining daily temperature logs, taking food samples for quality assurance, and keeping workstations clean and sanitized. Your responsibilities include interacting with customers warmly by greeting them, soliciting feedback about their service, and addressing any concerns professionally and cheerfully.
Beyond serving, you will also support logistical functions such as coordinating station setup and breakdown, transferring supplies, and assisting in concessions, catering, and special event operations as needed. Cross-training opportunities abound to diversify your skills and prepare you for broader roles within the organization. Safety is a priority, and reporting hazards promptly as well as adhering to safety observation procedures are integral parts of the job.
Aramark values leadership at every level, giving you the chance to lead employees on the serving line for smooth and timely service delivery. Working here means contributing to a dynamic, evolving environment where adaptability and teamwork are essential. The company also emphasizes fulfilling tasks that help maintain high standards in food safety, sanitation, and customer service.
This role may involve physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of standing or walking. It requires a readiness to work around heated equipment, steam, loud noises, chemicals, and other challenging conditions within the kitchen environment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms are typically required to maintain health and safety standards.
Joining Aramark means becoming part of a global family committed to your personal and professional development. Whether you are pursuing a career in food service or looking for valuable experience, Aramark provides the platform to ignite your passion and pursue what matters. With a supportive team culture and opportunities for advancement, this food service role is a stepping stone toward achieving your career goals.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Prior experience in food service or related field preferred
- Serve Safe Certification required or willingness to obtain
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Willingness to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
- Compliance with all food safety and sanitation guidelines required
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
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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