Food Prep Specialist - Fresh, Safe, Efficient Kitchen

Aramark Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker to prepare and portion food items according to production requirements and Aramark sanitation standards. You will use daily worksheets and standardized recipes to cook meals and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

The role emphasizes proper food handling, accurate rotation of inventory, and safe, sanitary operations. Candidates should have at least one year of prep or related experience; strong reading, writing, and basic math skills are helpful.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year prep work or food service experience.
• Knowledge of food prep, 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 knowledge

Reading & writing

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker to prepare and portion food items according to production requirements and Aramark sanitation standards. You will use daily worksheets and standardized recipes to cook meals and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

The role emphasizes proper food handling, accurate rotation of inventory, and safe, sanitary operations. Candidates should have at least one year of prep or related experience; strong reading, writing, and basic math skills are helpful.