Food Prep Worker

Job overview

The Food Prep Worker is an onsite role based in Palisades Park, NJ, with compensation ranging from $17.00 to $19.50 per hour. This position supports the food service department at Aramark, contributing to the company's mission of providing quality food and facility services. The role exists to assist the manager with daily meal preparation, maintain accurate records, and ensure high standards of sanitation and kitchen safety. The incumbent will perform various kitchen tasks, including food preparation, cleaning, and equipment maintenance, to ensure efficient operations and customer satisfaction.

What you'll do

• 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
• 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.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

palisades park nj

aramark

food prep

kitchen staff

onsite

weekend required

$17-$19.50/hr

food service

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, work/life resources, 401(k), paid days off, parental leave, disability coverage.

Why this role

Full-time, day shift, onsite, $17-$19.50/hr, includes benefits, no degree required, weekend work required.

About the employer

Aramark is hiring for this role. Industry: Food Service Contractors. Sector: 72.