Food Prep Specialist: Fresh, Safe & Efficient Kitchen

Aramark Correctional Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker in the United States to prepare and portion meals following daily worksheets and standardized recipes. You will handle prep lists, manage leftovers, and maintain clean, safe work areas while complying with Aramark standards.

The role requires basic reading/writing ability, familiarity with knife handling and temperature control, and a commitment to accurate food rotation and safety procedures.

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 experience

Food safety knowledge

Reading & writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker in the United States to prepare and portion meals following daily worksheets and standardized recipes. You will handle prep lists, manage leftovers, and maintain clean, safe work areas while complying with Aramark standards.

The role requires basic reading/writing ability, familiarity with knife handling and temperature control, and a commitment to accurate food rotation and safety procedures.