Student Food Services / Catering Worker

Job Description

About Aramark

Aramark’s mission is “Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.” The company proudly serves millions of guests daily through food and facilities management in 15 countries worldwide.

Aramark emphasizes creating a positive and inclusive work environment, believing that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. They are committed to helping employees develop their talents, fuel their passions, and empower their professional growth, focusing on helping each individual reach their full potential.

For more information about working at Aramark, individuals are encouraged to visit their careers website or connect with them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Job Description: Student Food Services / Catering Worker

This role offers students an opportunity to kickstart their careers by joining Aramark’s campus operations. It provides a chance to work with passionate teams and dedicated leaders focused on employee development. The position is designed to help individuals gain valuable experience in food preparation, safety guidelines, and crucial customer service and social skills. While prior experience is preferred, it is not the most important factor; Aramark is seeking students who are ready to be “trailblazers.”

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the Student Food Services / Catering Worker are dynamic and may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs. Key duties include:
• Preparing and building food items strictly following standardized recipes and directions.
• Properly storing food in accordance with established standards.
• Setting up various workstations, including prep tables, service counters, hot wells, and steam tables.
• Breaking down, cleaning, and sanitizing workstations efficiently.
• Serving food to customers, ensuring guest satisfaction, and actively anticipating their needs.
• Replenishing food items and ensuring products are stocked to appropriate levels.
• Maintaining excellent customer service and a positive demeanor when interacting with guests, customers, clients, and co-workers.
• Adhering to all Aramark safety policies and procedures, including strict food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Ensuring the security of company assets.

Aramark emphasizes that job duties may evolve, or new ones may be assigned without formal notice, reflecting the company’s commitment to adaptability and getting the job done.

Qualifications:
• Preferred: Previous food service experience is an asset.
• Required: Must have or be willing to acquire food safety certification.
• Required: Demonstrates strong guest service skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
This role may involve various physical demands, including but not limited to lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended periods of walking and standing. The position may also require the use of uniforms and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education:
While the role is explicitly for students, specific educational attainment or field of study is not detailed as a requirement within the provided description.