Job Description
Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities. For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit Aramark Student Nutrition.
The Administrative Assistant reports directly to the Senior Human Resources Manager, providing essential support and ensuring seamless operations within the organization. This role demands a combination of professional etiquette, excellent communication skills, and technical proficiency to efficiently manage various administrative tasks and provide support in a fast-paced environment.
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COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position ranges from $25.00 to $28.00, depending on circumstances including an applicant?s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). This is Aramark?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
If hired, employee will be in an ?at-will position? and Aramark reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time AND FOR ANY REASON, including, BUT NOT LIMITED TO for reasons related to individual performance, Aramark or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources to our benefits-eligible hourly Aramark employees. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Hourly eligible benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.
Job Responsibilities
Professional Etiquette
- Exhibit professional conduct and behavior.
- Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion.
Support
- Assist with various HR administrative tasks.
- Submit uniform orders.
- Provide staff support as needed.
Data Entry and Analytical Work
- Enter and update data with precision across various systems and databases.
Documentation
- Prepare, review, and distribute documents, reports, and presentations.
- Maintain timely, accurate, detailed, and organized records.
Communication
- Deliver outstanding customer service.
- Interact effectively with employees, clients, and guests.
- Manage email correspondence
- Consult higher-level authorities to resolve difficult issues.
Office Management
- Maintain a clean and organized office environment.
- Manage and order office supplies.
- Coordinate maintenance services.
Employee Engagement
- Assist in organizing employee engagement events.
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
- Associate degree preferred.
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- 3-6 years of previous administrative or office experience required.
- Validated understanding of computers.
- Strong digital literacy skills required (Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams; Google Workspace: Docs, Sheets, Presentations, Gmail, Drive, Meets)
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrates self-development, integrity, confidentiality, and discretion.
- Interpret written information and ideas, utilizing logic and reasoning to evaluate solutions and approaches.
- Shows initiative and follows established policies and procedures.
- Previous customer service experience required.
Work Environment
The Administrative Assistant will work in an office setting, with regular day time hours. The role may require occasional overtime or weekend work depending on company needs. Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lb.
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.