Culinary Prep & Kitchen Quality Specialist

Aramark Correctional Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Food Service Worker in Nashville, TN. The role supports the manager with meal preparation, maintains records, and ensures high quality food production and kitchen safety.

Responsibilities include cooking according to menus, maintaining sanitation, and assisting in daily reporting. The position requires reading and following instructions and working effectively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Works quickly and concisely under pressure.
• Maintains high standards of sanitation and kitchen safety.

Responsibilities

• 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 and beverages.
• Add garnishments to enhance presentation and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate and assist in cleaning refrigerators, freezers, and equipment.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations for sanitation and storage.
• Follow uniform policy and connect with the Manager daily to plan the day’s menu.
• Supervise food temperature requirements and maintain a clean work area.
• Scrub counters, clean steam tables, and other equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food prep equipment

Knife handling

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Food Service Worker in Nashville, TN. The role supports the manager with meal preparation, maintains records, and ensures high quality food production and kitchen safety.

Responsibilities include cooking according to menus, maintaining sanitation, and assisting in daily reporting. The position requires reading and following instructions and working effectively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.