Culinary Prep Specialist

Aramark Correctional Services; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker II to assist cooks and managers by preparing ingredients for recipes and performing various food preparation and service tasks. The role requires following recipes, production guidelines, and food safety procedures, with responsibilities varying by location.

The position emphasizes proper handling, sanitation, and organization of work areas, while maintaining a positive attitude and high standard of customer service.

Qualifications

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

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 guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation.
• Ensures security of company assets.

Skills

Food prep experience

Knife handling

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker II to assist cooks and managers by preparing ingredients for recipes and performing various food preparation and service tasks. The role requires following recipes, production guidelines, and food safety procedures, with responsibilities varying by location.

The position emphasizes proper handling, sanitation, and organization of work areas, while maintaining a positive attitude and high standard of customer service.