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The Greenbrier Hotel

Concierge

White Sulphur Springs, WV · On-site

$16.08/hr

Chef Concierge Updated:August 2023 To be successful in this position, the ideal candidate must meet ... Amtrak train. • Ability to project a professional and knowledgeable demeanor. • Strong ...

The Greenbrier Hotel

Concierge

White Sulphur Springs, WV

$11.75 - $15/hr

Chef Concierge Updated: August 2023 To be successful in this position, the ideal candidate must ... Assisting guests with booking flights, transportation, and Amtrak train. Ability to project a ...

The Greenbrier Hotel

Concierge

White Sulphur Springs, WV

$11.75 - $15/hr

Chef Concierge Updated: August 2023 To be successful in this position, the ideal candidate must ... Assisting guests with booking flights, transportation, and Amtrak train. Ability to project a ...

Four Points by Sheraton Norwood

Line Cook

Norwood, MA · On-site

$20.81 - $26.01/hr

... Amtrak service. Why Join Us? It's a great opportunity to join an award-winning hotel in a ... Communicate with the Executive Chef regarding daily prep priorities and event needs * Accommodate ...

FM

Line Cook

Norwood, MA · On-site

$20.81 - $26.01/hr

... Amtrak service. Why Join Us? It's a great opportunity to join an award-winning hotel in a ... Communicate with the Executive Chef regarding daily prep priorities and event needs * Accommodate ...

Four Points by Sheraton Norwood

Line Cook

Norwood, MA

$20.81 - $26.01/hr

... Amtrak service. Why Join Us? It's a great opportunity to join an award-winning hotel in a ... Communicate with the Executive Chef regarding daily prep priorities and event needs * Accommodate ...

Four Points by Sheraton Norwood

Line Cook

Norwood, MA

$20.81 - $26.01/hr

... Amtrak service. Why Join Us? It's a great opportunity to join an award-winning hotel in a ... Communicate with the Executive Chef regarding daily prep priorities and event needs * Accommodate ...

Four Points by Sheraton Norwood

Line Cook

Norwood, MA

$20.81 - $26.01/hr

... Amtrak service. Why Join Us? It's a great opportunity to join an award-winning hotel in a ... Communicate with the Executive Chef regarding daily prep priorities and event needs * Accommodate ...

Four Points by Sheraton Norwood

Line Cook

Norwood, MA

$20.81 - $26.01/hr

... Amtrak service. Why Join Us? It's a great opportunity to join an award-winning hotel in a ... Communicate with the Executive Chef regarding daily prep priorities and event needs * Accommodate ...

Factory Mutual Insurance Company

Line Cook

Norwood, MA · On-site

$20.81/hr

... Amtrak service. Why Join Us? It's a great opportunity to join an award-winning hotel in a ... Communicate with the Executive Chef regarding daily prep priorities and event needs * Accommodate ...

Spire Hospitality

Kitchen Manager

Goleta, CA · On-site

$87K/yr

Reach the airport, Amtrak station, and University of California-Santa Barbara in less than 10 ... The Kitchen Manager will lead, mentor, and collaborate with our team of Chefs to prepare, cook, and ...

Spire Hospitality

Kitchen Supervisor

Goleta, CA · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Reach the airport, Amtrak station, and University of California-Santa Barbara in less than 10 ... The Kitchen Manager will lead, mentor, and collaborate with our team of Chefs to prepare, cook, and ...

Spire Hospitality

Kitchen Manager

Goleta, CA · On-site

$80K - $87K/yr

Reach the airport, Amtrak station, and University of California-Santa Barbara in less than 10 ... The Kitchen Manager will lead, mentor, and collaborate with our team of Chefs to prepare, cook, and ...

Spire Hospitality

Kitchen Supervisor

Goleta, CA

$28/hr

Reach the airport, Amtrak station, and University of California-Santa Barbara in less than 10 ... The Kitchen Manager will lead, mentor, and collaborate with our team of Chefs to prepare, cook, and ...

FM

Part Time Bistro Cook

Norwood, MA · On-site

$20.81 - $26.01/hr

... Amtrak service. Why Join Us? It's a great opportunity to join an award-winning hotel in a ... our Chef while working with a diverse, collaborative team. * Availability: Flexible schedule ...

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What is it like to work at Amtrak?

Amtrak operates with a customer-centric culture, prioritizing safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction in its daily operations. As a national passenger railroad service, Amtrak's workforce is comprised of various teams, including engineers, conductors, maintenance personnel, and customer service representatives, working together to ensure smooth train operations and excellent customer experiences. Working at Amtrak may appeal to individuals who value a dynamic work environment, opportunities for career advancement, and the chance to contribute to the nation's transportation infrastructure.

Do workers at Amtrak get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
89% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Does Amtrak pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
64% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

At Amtrak, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
47% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Amtrak affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Amtrak?

Most people get paid time off work.
86% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 58% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 2% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 26% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers at Amtrak worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
88% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do Amtrak workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
64% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it for Amtrak workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
79% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Amtrak?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
81% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do Amtrak managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
84% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do jobs at Amtrak spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
15% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Amtrak?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
70% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is working at Amtrak good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
73% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Amtrak feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Amtrak get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
69% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Amtrak?

Some people feel stressed out here.
41% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Amtrak enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
87% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Amtrak recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
71% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Amtrak?

Most people got enough training when they started.
82% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Amtrak?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 72% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Amtrak’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
83% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Amtrak is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
44% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
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Quality Assurance & Food Standards Sr. Specialist - Amtrak Culinary Development

Quality Assurance & Food Standards Sr. Specialist - Amtrak Culinary Development

Aramark

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$78K - $108K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Aramark rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 1,219 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

336th of 428 rated business services

Job description

Job Description
Aramark is seeking a Quality Assurance & Food Standards Sr. Specialist to support Amtrak Culinary Development and Food & Beverage Operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring culinary consistency, food quality, product presentation, operational execution, and vendor compliance across a large-scale transportation dining environment.
The ideal candidate will bring experience in food quality assurance, culinary operations, vendor management, food production standards, QA programs, or multi-unit foodservice operations. This individual will partner closely with Culinary Development leadership, including the Senior Executive Chef, to implement food standards programs that improve product consistency, optimize costs, strengthen vendor accountability, and elevate the overall guest dining experience.
This position is highly cross-functional and requires strong collaboration with culinary teams, suppliers, production partners, operations leadership, procurement, and client stakeholders.
What We're Looking For
  • Experience in food quality assurance, culinary standards, food production, or multi-unit foodservice operations
  • Strong understanding of food presentation, culinary consistency, portioning, and product execution standards
  • Experience working with vendors, suppliers, or manufacturing partners preferred
  • Ability to balance food quality expectations with operational and financial realities
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in fast-paced operational environments
  • Collaborative mindset with strong attention to detail

Job Responsibilities
Food Quality & Standards Management
  • Support development and execution of food quality assurance and culinary standards programs across Amtrak Food & Beverage operations
  • Ensure food products consistently meet established standards for taste, appearance, portioning, packaging, freshness, and presentation
  • Conduct product evaluations, tastings, inspections, and quality reviews across vendors and operational locations
  • Monitor food quality trends and identify opportunities for corrective action and continuous improvement
  • Help establish standardized culinary execution procedures and operational quality benchmarks

Vendor Performance & Product Compliance
  • Partner with vendors, suppliers, and production partners to ensure compliance with culinary specifications and quality standards
  • Support vendor audits, product testing, specification reviews, and quality validation processes
  • Assist with cost mitigation and value optimization initiatives while maintaining food quality standards
  • Identify opportunities to improve product consistency, reduce waste, optimize yields, and improve operational execution
  • Monitor supplier performance and escalate quality concerns as needed

Culinary Training & Operational Support
  • Work closely with the Senior Executive Chef and Culinary Development teams to support operational rollout of menu items and product standards
  • Assist in developing culinary training materials, food specification guides, and operational process documentation
  • Support field culinary teams and onboard service crews through training, coaching, and quality evaluations
  • Reinforce culinary standards and visual presentation expectations across operations

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Culinary, Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, Marketing, and QA teams on product and process improvements
  • Participate in product tastings, operational reviews, supplier meetings, and culinary workshops
  • Support implementation of new menu items, product launches, and culinary innovation initiatives
  • Help maintain recipe, specification, and quality documentation within culinary systems

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, Hospitality, Quality Assurance, or related field preferred
  • 5+ years of experience in culinary operations, food quality assurance, food manufacturing, QA, or multi-unit foodservice environments preferred
  • Experience supporting large-scale food production or transportation dining operations is a plus
  • Knowledge of food safety, QA standards, HACCP, and operational food compliance preferred
  • Strong Microsoft Office and reporting system proficiency preferred
  • Strong presentation and client-facing communication skills required

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.

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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 or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Industry

Hospitality services and facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

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