Aramark
Verified company- Aramark calls itself a second-chance employer. Through its IN2WORK program it trains incarcerated people and commits to hiring graduates after release. Source
- Listed on Honest Jobs, a fair-chance job board
- Aramark runs IN2WORK, a program that trains incarcerated people in food service and retail and helps them get jobs after release. Source
Typical jobs: food service (cook, dishwasher, cashier), custodial and facilities work at schools, hospitals, stadiums and workplaces
Good to know: Jobs are at client sites (a school, hospital or plant cafeteria), not an Aramark office. Some sites, such as schools or corrections facilities, have their own background rules.
Indiana locations (36)
Interview prep sheet (tap to open, or use Print)
Interview Prep: Aramark
From Broken Champions · brokenchampions.com/resources
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Know the company
Look it up before you go: ______________________________________________
Jobs they often hire for: cook, prep cook, dishwasher, cashier, server, crew member
Good to know: Jobs are at client sites (a school, hospital or plant cafeteria), not an Aramark office. Some sites, such as schools or corrections facilities, have their own background rules.
What to bring
- State ID or driver's license
- Social Security card (or other I-9 document)
- 3 copies of your resume
- A list of 3 references with phone numbers
- A pen and this sheet
- The Federal Bonding info below, in case they worry about hiring someone with a record
- Food handler card if you have one
What to wear
Neat and clean: dark pants, a clean plain shirt, non-slip shoes if you have them. Hair pulled back.
Questions they may ask
- Tell me about yourself.
- Why do you want to work here?
- Do you have a criminal record? Tell me about it.
- Why is there a gap in your work history?
- When can you start?
- Can you work nights, weekends, and holidays?
- How do you handle a rush or an upset customer?
- Tell me about a time you worked as part of a team.
When they ask about your record
Questions to ask them
- What does a normal shift look like?
- How soon can I start?
- Is there room to move up to shift lead?
- What would make someone great in this job?
- What are the next steps, and when should I follow up?
Federal Bonding Program (free for the employer)
Insures the employer against theft or dishonesty for your first 6 months, $5,000 to $25,000, at no cost and no deductible. Indiana coordinator: 317-232-3623 · Fbonding@dwd.in.gov
After the interview
- Thank them before you leave, and ask when you should follow up.
- Call or email a thank-you within 24 hours.
- Tell us how it went: admin@brokenchampions.com. Your report helps the next person.
Notes: __________________________________________________________
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Call ahead to confirm. Offices move and hours change. Broken Champions is not affiliated with the agencies, programs, or employers listed, and nothing on this page is legal advice.
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