Kitchen Associate: Food Prep, Sanitation & Service

Aramark Corporation; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aramark in New York, NY is seeking a Food Service Worker to support the kitchen team with meal preparation and daily reporting. You will help maintain high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety in food production, under the guidance of the manager.

The role emphasizes fast, accurate work, adherence to procedures, and active participation in cleaning and stocking. Candidates should be able to read and follow instructions and be prepared for physical tasks in a busy kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• 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
• 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
• 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

Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions

Job description

Aramark in New York, NY is seeking a Food Service Worker to support the kitchen team with meal preparation and daily reporting. You will help maintain high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety in food production, under the guidance of the manager.

The role emphasizes fast, accurate work, adherence to procedures, and active participation in cleaning and stocking. Candidates should be able to read and follow instructions and be prepared for physical tasks in a busy kitchen environment.