Philadelphia-based Aramark celebrated the recent opening of its large-scale prepared food production center in Lampa, Chile.
The new facility, part of a $10 million investment by Aramark in Chile, will initially produce a mix of 30 recipes from a repertoire of nearly 200 dishes created for the facility and Aramark Chile customers.
“The commercial relationship between the United States and Chile is strong and a fundamental pillar of our collaboration as it drives economic growth and promotes prosperity for both countries,” Bernadette Meehan, US Ambassador to Chile. “American companies like Aramark, which are always innovating and operating at the technological forefront, showcase the success of our commercial ties with Chile.”
Officials said the plant will employ more than 150 people and, with projected production increases, will create up to 4,000 new jobs in dining services, adding to the company’s existing 25,000 employee base in Chile. The facility will be able to produce 2,000 meals per hour at full capacity and will serve Aramark Chile clients from Arica to Punta Arenas.
“Expanding our production capacity while ensuring high quality, food safety, traceability, standardization, and efficiency is great news for Aramark,” said Eduardo Rojas, President, Aramark Latin America. “Investing to continue adding value for our clients in Chile also demonstrates the group’s confidence in the country.”
Officials said the new plant will focus on innovation, and that the plant is equipped with advanced cook-and-chill technology, as well as new food production software that focuses on traceability, improving inventory control and reducing waste.