Cook

Aramark; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations available

Job summary

Aramark Canada is hiring Cooks to join the Dalhousie University dining team in Halifax. You will prepare, cook, and serve a variety of foods following the menu and production guidelines, while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.

You will work with a team in a fast-paced campus setting, following safety procedures and contributing to guest satisfaction through quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Good math and counting skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and recipes.
• Set up workstation with needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam and use diverse cooking methods.
• Garnish and portion food according to guidelines.
• Follow food safety policies and sanitize areas and equipment.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Interpersonal communication

Math skills

Tools

Ovens

Grill

Slicing equipment

Job description

Do you love to cook? Are you passionate about food? As a Cook on our team, you’ll help bring recipes to life while being able to flex your creativity! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best equipment, you’ll be immersed in a world that goes beyond food preparation - experimenting with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. At Aramark, we care about your health, so we have production guidelines and safety procedures in place to help you do what you love. Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us!

Job Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

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

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required
• Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

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).

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 .

Aramark Canada is currently seeking a number of Cooks to join the team at Dalhousie University! Reporting to the Residence Dining Manager or their designate, the Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking and serving a variety of foods in accordance with the menu.

Additional Responsibilities

Assures quality, courteous customer service is provided to all customers

Prep and cooks required items in accordance with menu, using grill, ovens, and fryers

Prep and cook made to order items

Maintains continual cleaning and sanitizing of surrounding work area

Assists with culinary auditing, temperature checking of food items within kitchen, stations, fridge's and freezers

Adherence to Aramark's policies and procedures, including Occupational Health and Safety and Food Safety

Provide support and guidance to Food Service Workers with regards to culinary technique and best practice

May perform other duties as assigned

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.