Food Service Specialist — Menu Prep & Kitchen Sanitation

Aramark; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Howard University Food Service Worker to assist with food preparation, maintain daily meal records, and support kitchen safety standards. The role involves preparing foods, reporting transactions, and ensuring accurate meal storage and serving in a busy university cafeteria.

Open availability is a must; the position emphasizes quality, sanitation, and adherence to policies. Benefits overview is provided and eligibility varies by location.

Qualifications

• Food Service Certificate as needed.
• Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Be able 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.
• 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, 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

Skills

Under pressure

Education

Food Service Certificate

Reading & writing ability

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Howard University Food Service Worker to assist with food preparation, maintain daily meal records, and support kitchen safety standards. The role involves preparing foods, reporting transactions, and ensuring accurate meal storage and serving in a busy university cafeteria.

Open availability is a must; the position emphasizes quality, sanitation, and adherence to policies. Benefits overview is provided and eligibility varies by location.