Food Service Prep & Kitchen Support Specialist

Aramark Corporation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Charleston, SC is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist the manager with food preparation, sanitation, and daily meal operations. You will help maintain records, ensure food safety, and support a clean, organized kitchen.

This role involves fast-paced prep, stock checks, and following department policies to deliver quality meals. Candidates should be able to follow directions, read menus, and collaborate with team to uphold Aramark's standards and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work quickly and concisely under pressure.
• Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food and baked goods according to a planned menu.
• Prepare a daily report that verifies transactions.
• Understand what is inclusive of a meal.
• Ensure storage of food in an accurate and sanitary manner.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, department policies and procedures.
• Use and care of kitchen equipment, especially knives.
• Timely preparation of a variety of food items, beverages, and.
• Add garnishments to ensure customer happiness and eye appeal.
• Coordinate and assist in major cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, and cooking and serving equipment.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations for sanitation, food handling, and storage.
• Adhere to the uniform policy.
• Connect with the Manager daily to understand and accurately prepare menu for the day.
• Supervise the food temperature requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area.
• Scrub and polish counters, clean and sanitize steam tables, and other equipment.
• Follow established procedures and standards for cleanliness; duties include sweeping, mopping, ware washing.
• Maintain garbage collection site and kitchen floor areas in a neat and sanitary fashion.
• Perform other duties as assigned including other areas in the kitchen.
• This role may have physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing; may require PPE.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Work under pressure

Reading instructions

Education

Food Service Certificate

Job description

Aramark in Charleston, SC is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist the manager with food preparation, sanitation, and daily meal operations. You will help maintain records, ensure food safety, and support a clean, organized kitchen.

This role involves fast-paced prep, stock checks, and following department policies to deliver quality meals. Candidates should be able to follow directions, read menus, and collaborate with team to uphold Aramark's standards and customer satisfaction.