Location: Freeport, IL
Company: Aramark
Restaurant or Food Service Jobs encompass a variety of roles within the hospitality industry, primarily focused on the preparation, presentation, and serving of food and beverages to customers. These positions can range from chefs, cooks, and bakers, who are responsible for the creation of meals and baked goods, to servers, bartenders, and baristas, who directly interact with patrons to provide an enjoyable dining experience. Other roles include dishwashers, hosts, and management positions. Key characteristics of these jobs include customer service, teamwork, fast-paced work environments, and often, flexible hours. Many of these roles require no formal education, but rather on-the-job training or experience in food handling and safety.
styles. At Aramark, we care about your health, so we have production guidelines and safety procedures in place to help you do what you love. Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us! NOTE: This client location requires all individuals working on site to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Job Responsibilities • Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs. • Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes • Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment • Prepares ingredients by
measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items • Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives • Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods • Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines • Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures • Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils • Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc. • Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate
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 • Experience as a cook or in a related role required • Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage • Must be able to acquire food safety certification • Demonstrate basic math and counting skills • Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal 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). Education 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, interaction, gender, pregnancy, disability, interactionual 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, facilities, and uniform services in 19 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: // or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.
be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Job 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 • Timely preparation of a variety of food items, beverages, and • 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 • 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). 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 • Food Service Certificate as needed • Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions • Be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure Education 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, interaction, gender, pregnancy, disability, interactionual 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, facilities, and uniform services in 19 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: // or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.
can’t wait to see your growth, all while igniting your passion and pursuing what matters to you. Job Responsibilities • Produce and maintain work schedules and may prepare production packets (Production sheets and recipes). • Direct daily activities. • Maintains food production that ensures the safety and quality of food according to policies, procedures, and department requirements.
• Ensure that food items are stored in a safe, organized, and hazard-free environment. • Maintain all serving schedules; ensure that all food items are served per menu specifications in a safe and appropriate manner following Aramark policies and procedures. • Maintain a sanitary department following health
and safety codes and regulations. • Maintain accurate inventory on a weekly basis. • May prepare orders as needed to ensure accurate production for location. • Supervise and evaluate employees; counsel; promote employee growth, efficiency, morale, and teamwork.
• Maintain a safe and hazard-free working environment. • Train/mentor other food service workers. • Maintain logs on all maintenance required on equipment within the department. • Ensure all food safety/temperature logs are completed with appropriate corrective action, as necessary. • Perform preventative maintenance checklist. • Recommend replacement of existing equipment to meet needs of facility. • Proficiency in multi-tasking.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Food Service Director or Manager whenever his/her skill and/or experience would be vital to initiate, coordinate, or complete any given program.
• Must fill in for absent employees at location, as necessary. • Maintain knowledge of daily catering events and confirm they are prepared and delivered on time. • Be able to work occasional night and weekend catered events. • Attend food service meetings with staff. • Maintain communication with staff (including office staff, e-mail, phone calls, inter-office mail, etc). • May perform cashier duties as the need arises. • Promote good public relations. 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 • Must read, write, and understand verbal instructions • Must complete a sanitation course either before or during first year • Must be knowledgeable in operating an efficient cost-effective program. • Ability to perform basic arithmetic • Maintain emotional control under stress • Ability to resolve interpersonal situations • Strong organizational skills Education 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, interaction, gender, pregnancy, disability, interactionual 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, facilities, and uniform services in 19 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: // or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.
Restaurant or food service jobs encompass a variety of roles within the dining industry, including positions like servers, chefs, kitchen assistants, dishwashers, hosts, and restaurant managers. These jobs are characterized by their fast-paced environment, customer service focus, and the need for strong teamwork. Employees in this field often work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate the dining hours of patrons. They require excellent communication skills, the ability to work quickly and efficiently, and a passion for food and hospitality. Despite the demanding nature, these jobs offer valuable experience in customer relations and operations management.
