Food Prep Specialist: Fresh, Safe, Efficient Kitchen

Aramark; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Work-life resources

Job summary

Aramark in Chicago is seeking a Food Prep Worker to prepare and portion items using standard recipes and proper sanitation. You will follow prep lists, maintain freshness, and keep work areas clean and safe throughout the shift.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of prep or food service experience, basic math, and ability to read and write for communication. The role requires standing, lifting, and following safety procedures in a fast-paced kitchen.

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

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

Food safety

Reading & writing

Math skills

Job description

Aramark in Chicago is seeking a Food Prep Worker to prepare and portion items using standard recipes and proper sanitation. You will follow prep lists, maintain freshness, and keep work areas clean and safe throughout the shift.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of prep or food service experience, basic math, and ability to read and write for communication. The role requires standing, lifting, and following safety procedures in a fast-paced kitchen.