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Job Description

Are you self-motivated and proud of the work you do? Here at Aramark, we take pride in the level of service and safety we provide! As a General Utility Worker on our team of other service stars, you’ll take on the important task of maintaining the cleanliness of dishes, equipment, and the environments we work in. The best part? It’s just the starting point of your career, so launch your future with us!

Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure guest satisfaction by maintaining all dishes, pots, pans, silverware, glasses, equipment, and kitchen utensils are cleaned and sanitized
• Maintains dishwashing station, three compartment sink and related areas cleaned
• Ensures equipment is clean and in working condition; reports any issues to management
• Performs other light maintenance and custodial tasks
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates an understanding of basic sanitation procedures
• Must be able to follow basic safety procedures due to exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate 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, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Job Summary:

The Food Service Worker position is vital to achieving excellent customer service in residential and retail dining locations. The position is responsible for the preparing food according to recipes, displaying the food, merchandising stations, greeting customers, and providing knowledgeable, friendly service.

Essential Tasks:

• Maintain a clean and neat work station

• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils

• Utilize proper food handling procedures and food safety knowledge

• Maintain a positive attitude, smile and greet customers as they approach the serving line

• Be polite with customers during transactions and make sure they are satisfied with their service before helping the next customer

• Escalate customer concerns to a supervisor or manager

• Communicate and interact in a professional manner at all times

• Maintain daily temperature logs with calibrated digital thermometer

• Cook and prepare foods according to provided recipes

• Use the correct portion controls when preparing and serving food items

• Have product knowledge to effectively service customers and answer questions about menu items on the line

• Assist co-workers in setting up and breaking down stations as directed by managers

• Wash work areas including worktables, walls, refrigerators, and cutting boards

• Separate and remove waste and place it in appropriate receptacles

• Complete production and waste logs

• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or by cart

• Cross-train in other areas as required by your manager

• Work in other areas or departments as needed

• Completion of any task requested by a supervisor or member of the Aramark management team

Additional Essential Job-Related Requirements:

• Must be able to follow written and verbal directions

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 30 lbs

• Must be able to walk and stand for extended time periods, up to 6 hours

• Requires repetitive motion

• Requires working with chemicals, heated equipment, and steam