Food Service & Prep Specialist

Aramark Correctional Services; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Newark, DE is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist with food preparation, maintain records, and support daily operations. The role emphasizes quality, sanitation, and safety, with daily interactions with the manager to plan meals.

Candidates should read and follow written instructions and be able to work under pressure. This position offers opportunities to develop cooking and food service skills while contributing to customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Food Service Certificate as needed.
• Sufficient education to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work quickly and concisely under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food and baked goods according to a planned menu
• Prepare a daily report that verifies transactions
• 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, to ensure a balanced and safe environment; duties include sweeping, moping, 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, 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).

Skills

Work under pressure

Education

Food Service Certificate

Reading & writing to follow instructions

Job description

Aramark in Newark, DE is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist with food preparation, maintain records, and support daily operations. The role emphasizes quality, sanitation, and safety, with daily interactions with the manager to plan meals.

Candidates should read and follow written instructions and be able to work under pressure. This position offers opportunities to develop cooking and food service skills while contributing to customer satisfaction.