Food Prep Worker I

Aramark; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food services is seeking a dedicated Food Prep Worker to assist in preparing ingredients and maintaining food safety standards. This role involves a variety of tasks including food preparation, adhering to sanitation procedures, and ensuring a positive customer experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to quality service. Join a team that values service and community impact, where your contributions will make a difference in the lives of others. If you are passionate about food service and eager to develop your skills, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food prep methods and food safety regulations preferred.
• Must obtain required food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food according to production guidelines and recipes.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude.

Skills

Food Preparation Methods

Knife Handling

Food Safety Regulations

Basic Math Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

The Food Prep Worker is responsible for assisting cooks, chefs, or food service managers by preparing ingredients for recipes and performing other food preparation and service tasks. The Food Prep Worker should prepare food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely utilizes a variety of utensils including knives
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various food prep methods, proper knife handling, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage preferred
• Must be able to obtain required food safety certification
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.