Culinary Specialist

The Culinary Specialist will assist the manager with food/meal preparation; maintain cash receipts and meal records. Assist manager in completing daily reports. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices.

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