Food Prep Worker - Harding University

Aramark; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Food Prep Worker at Harding University in SEARCY, AR. The role involves preparing and portioning meals using standard recipes and following Aramark sanitation standards. You’ll work with prep lists, maintain freshness, store leftovers, and keep kitchen areas clean and organized.

The position emphasizes safe food handling, adherence to safety policies, and completing required training. Prior prep or food service experience is preferred, with reading/writing and basic math

Qualifications

• Must have reading and writing ability to communicate with teammates.
• Basic math and counting skills are required.
• Knowledge of food prep, knife handling, temperature control and sanitation is helpful.
• One year of prep work or food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items using prep lists and standard Aramark recipes.
• Follows proper food handling procedures.
• Maintains accurate rotation of food to ensure quality and freshness.
• Manages leftover foods by covering, labeling, dating and storing per standards.
• Keeps refrigerators and work areas clean and orderly.
• Ensures stations are cleaned, sanitized, and organized at shift end.

Skills

Reading & writing

Math basics

Food prep knowledge

Sanitation knowledge

Job description

Title: Food Prep Worker - Harding University

Requisition #: 664325

Location: SEARCY, AR, US

Information at a Glance

Job Description

The Food Prep Worker prepares, and portions food items and performs various duties in accordance with production requirements and Aramark sanitation standards. Uses daily worksheets and standardized recipes to cook meals.

Job 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.
  

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

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
  

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education

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About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work -our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .