Food Service Worker - McKinney ISD

McKinney, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

uniform provision

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests across 15 countries every day. With a deep-rooted commitment to service and a unified purpose, Aramark focuses on creating positive impacts not only for its customers but also for employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Known for fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, Aramark is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, and other protected characteristics. At Aramark, employees are encouraged to grow professionally, develop new skills, and embrace the challenges that come with diverse roles in a supportive and dynamic setting.

The Food Service Worker position at Aramark is an essential role within the company’s food service operations. This role involves assisting the manager in food and meal preparation, maintaining cash receipts and meal records, and supporting the completion of daily reports. The Food Service Worker plays a critical part in upholding the highest standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices. Responsibility for food storage, serving meals according to schedules and departmental policies, and the use and care of kitchen equipment are key aspects of the role. This position also includes maintaining cleanliness and organization within the kitchen and storage areas, adhering to food safety regulations, and ensuring a sanitary and safe working environment.

Further, the Food Service Worker must coordinate and assist in major cleaning tasks, including refrigerators, freezers, and cooking equipment. The role requires working closely with the manager daily to understand and accurately prepare the menu, supervise food temperature requirements, and add garnishments for improved customer satisfaction. The position may feature physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of standing or walking. Uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage may be required for this role. Working efficiently under pressure while maintaining quick and precise food preparation is essential. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute significantly to the company’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction within the food service industry.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
previous experience in food service is preferred
ability to work in a fast-paced environment
strong communication skills
attention to detail
physical ability to perform duties including lifting and standing for extended periods
availability to work flexible hours
compliance with food safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

Food service certificate as needed
sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions
ability to work quickly and concisely under pressure

Job Duties

Prepare quality food and baked goods according to a planned menu
prepare a daily report that verifies transactions
understand what is inclusive of a meal
ensure storage of food in an accurate and sanitary manner
serve food according to meal schedules, department policies and procedures
use and care of kitchen equipment, especially knives
timely preparation of a variety of food items, beverages, and add garnishments to ensure customer happiness and eye appeal
coordinate and assist in major cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, and cooking and serving equipment
adhere to all food safety regulations for sanitation, food handling, and storage
adhere to the uniform policy
connect with the manager daily to understand and accurately prepare menu for the day
supervise the food temperature requirements
maintain a clean and organized work and storage area
scrub and polish counters, clean and sanitize steam tables, and other equipment
follow established procedures and standards for cleanliness to ensure a balanced and safe environment
maintain garbage collection site and kitchen floor areas in a neat and sanitary fashion
perform other duties as assigned including other areas in the kitchen
handle physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing
use personal protective equipment as required