Cook 1

Aramark Canada; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Fort McMurray is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creative flair, working closely with our kitchen team. You will have a chance to explore new cuisines and techniques while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

In this role you will prep ingredients, use multiple cooking methods, and contribute to a positive guest experience by delivering consistent meals and excellent service. Join a global leader in food service and facilities management.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Basic math/counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of foods per guidelines and recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, etc.
• Safely use utensils and operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam using various methods.
• Arrange and portion food per guidelines.
• Store food per safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Maintain friendly customer service and positive demeanor.
• Follow Aramark safety policies and protect assets.

Skills

Cooking fundamentals

Food safety knowledge

Mathematical skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

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).

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.

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.

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.

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