Food Preparation Assistant

Description

**Position Description** ---------------------------- The person in the food preparation position is responsible for assisting cooks, chefs, or food service managers by preparing ingredients for recipes and performing other food preparation and service tasks. The food preparer must prepare food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and hygiene procedures. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements, site needs, and business demands. **Position Responsibilities** ---------------------------------- * Prepare a variety of foods according to production guidelines and standardized recipes * Set up the work area with all required ingredients and equipment * Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, cutting, trimming, and peeling food items * Safely use a variety of utensils, including knives * Organize, plate, and portion food according to established guidelines * Store food properly following food safety policies and procedures * Clean and disinfect work areas, equipment, and utensils * Maintain excellent customer focus and a positive attitude toward guests, clients, coworkers, etc. * Adhere to Aramark safety policies and procedures, including appropriate food safety and hygiene practices * Ensure the security of company assets At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done has a positive impact on our employees and our clients. To meet our commitments, job functions may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. **Qualifications** ------------------ * Knowledge of various food preparation methods, proper knife handling, and food safety regulations, such as appropriate food handling, hygiene, and storage. * Must be able to obtain the required food safety certification * Demonstrates basic math skills * Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal This role may have physical requirements including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or use of personal protective equipment (PPE). **Education** ------------ **About Aramark** ----------------- **Our Mission** Service is at our core. We strive to do great things for our people, our clients and partners, and for our communities and planet. At Aramark, we believe all employees should enjoy equal employment opportunities and be free to participate fully in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic of individuals who work with us. **About Aramark** The people of Aramark proudly serve thousands of people every day across 15 countries worldwide. Rooted in service and united by purpose, we strive to do great things for one another, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop talent, fuel passion, and enable professional growth. Therefore, regardless of what you are pursuing — a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or simply a fantastic place to work — our goal is to help our employees achieve their full potential. You can learn more about working at Aramark at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or contact us via LinkedIn.