Food Prep Specialist: Fresh, Safe & Efficient

Aramark Correctional Services; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker in Tempe, AZ to prepare and portion food items, following daily worksheets and standardized recipes to cook meals while upholding Aramark sanitation standards.

You will read prep lists, follow safe handling procedures, and help maintain clean, organized work areas. This role supports a high-quality dining operation and requires basic math and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year prep work or food service-related work 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.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• A valid Food Handler Certificate is required. Candidates who do not currently hold these certifications must obtain them before their start date.

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 experience

Reading & writing

Math skills

Food handler certification

Knife handling

Sanitation knowledge

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker in Tempe, AZ to prepare and portion food items, following daily worksheets and standardized recipes to cook meals while upholding Aramark sanitation standards.

You will read prep lists, follow safe handling procedures, and help maintain clean, organized work areas. This role supports a high-quality dining operation and requires basic math and communication skills.