Food Prep & Safety Specialist

Aramark; California; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker in California to prepare and portion food items in line with production requirements and sanitation standards. You will use daily worksheets and standardized recipes to cook meals and maintain safe, clean work stations.

The role emphasizes following proper food handling, rotating stock for freshness, and adherence to safety policies. Prior prep or related work is preferred, with reading and writing required for communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year prep work or food service-related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food prep, proper knife handling, temperature control, and sanitation is helpful.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items using prep lists and standard Aramark recipes.
• Follows proper food handling procedures.
• Maintains accurate rotation of food to assure top quality and freshness.
• Manages leftover foods correctly; cover, label, date, and accurately store according to Aramark standards.
• Maintains clean and orderly refrigerators and work areas.
• Ensures stations are cleaned, sanitized, and organized at the end of the shift (including cleaning of kitchen equipment).
• Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment that conforms to all food safety standards and regulations.
• Follows safety policies and accident reporting procedures.
• Completes all required training.

Skills

Food prep

Sanitation standards

Reading & writing

Basic math

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker in California to prepare and portion food items in line with production requirements and sanitation standards. You will use daily worksheets and standardized recipes to cook meals and maintain safe, clean work stations.

The role emphasizes following proper food handling, rotating stock for freshness, and adherence to safety policies. Prior prep or related work is preferred, with reading and writing required for communication.