Culinary Prep & Food Service Specialist

Aramark; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Scranton is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist the manager with food preparation, maintain records, and support daily reports. You will help ensure high standards of quality, sanitation, and kitchen safety, while serving meals and coordinating with the team to meet daily goals.

The role involves working with kitchen equipment, following safety policies, and assisting in cleaning and stocking tasks. Flexibility and ability to work under pressure are valued traits for success.

Qualifications

• Food Service Certificate as needed.
• Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food and baked goods according to a planned menu.
• Prepare a daily report that verifies transactions.
• Understand what is included in 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 and beverages.
• 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; duties include sweeping, mopping, ware washing.
• 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.
• This role may have physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and extended walking and standing; PPE may be required.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Under pressure

Food service basics

Education

Food Service Certificate

Job description

Aramark in Scranton is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist the manager with food preparation, maintain records, and support daily reports. You will help ensure high standards of quality, sanitation, and kitchen safety, while serving meals and coordinating with the team to meet daily goals.

The role involves working with kitchen equipment, following safety policies, and assisting in cleaning and stocking tasks. Flexibility and ability to work under pressure are valued traits for success.