Food Prep Worker - Mahopac Central School District

Aramark Food Prep Workers prepare and portion food items following production requirements and sanitation standards. The role involves using daily worksheets and standardized recipes to cook meals.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items using prep lists and standard Aramark recipes.
• Follows proper food handling procedures and maintains accurate rotation of food to assure top quality and freshness.
• Manages leftover foods correctly; cover, label, date, and accurately store according to Aramark standards.
• Maintains clean and orderly refrigerators and work areas.
• Ensures stations are cleaned, sanitized, and organized at the end of the shift (including cleaning of kitchen equipment).
• Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment that conforms to all food safety standards and regulations.
• Follows safety policies and accident reporting procedures.
• Completes all required training.
• Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice to meet commitments.

Requirements

• Minimum one-year prep work or food service-related work preferred.
• Knowledge of food prep, proper knife handling, temperature control, and sanitation is helpful.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication with others.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Physical demands may include lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing.
• May require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $17.00.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.
• Retirement savings plans like 401(k).
• Paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.
• Benefits vary by location and are subject to legal requirements, employee eligibility, and where the employee lives and/or works.