Culinary Prep Specialist - Fast-Paced Kitchen Support

Aramark; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Dallas is hiring a Food Prep Worker II to assist cooks by preparing ingredients for recipes and supporting food service operations. You will follow production guidelines and safety standards to ensure quality and consistency across meals.

The role emphasizes proper knife handling, accurate measuring, and teamwork with kitchen staff. Prior food prep experience and the ability to obtain required safety certifications are preferred for this position.

Qualifications

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

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

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Certification eligibility

Job description

Aramark in Dallas is hiring a Food Prep Worker II to assist cooks by preparing ingredients for recipes and supporting food service operations. You will follow production guidelines and safety standards to ensure quality and consistency across meals.

The role emphasizes proper knife handling, accurate measuring, and teamwork with kitchen staff. Prior food prep experience and the ability to obtain required safety certifications are preferred for this position.