Cook 1 - Catering

Aramark; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering services company in Ottawa is seeking full-time Cooks to join their team at Carleton University. The role involves preparing high-quality food and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have culinary experience, knowledge of food safety standards, and the ability to work in a team. This position offers health benefits and opportunities for training and development. You will play an essential part in creating memorable dining experiences while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Benefits

Health benefits

Training and development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Meal program

Safe and healthy work environment

Diversity and inclusion programs

Qualifications

• Experience in the Culinary field.
• Experience with basic food preparation and various cooking methods.
• Knowledge of food, sanitization, and health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Cook food following recipes for a high-volume kitchen.
• Ensure adherence to recipes and dietary requirements.
• Provide courteous, professional customer service.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area.

Skills

Culinary experience

Basic food preparation

Food safety standards knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking for a fun, fast-paced, and rewarding experience? Are you an experienced Cook looking for a position in a company that can provide career growth and opportunity? Carleton Dining Services would love to have you on our team!

We are hiring full-time Cooks to join our team in Catering on Carleton University campus. Our Cooks are responsible for preparing high-quality food, sometimes in front of the customer at action stations, and will require strong customer service skills.

What We Offer

• Health benefits (full-time employees)
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs including service awards
• Meal program
• Strong focus on a safe and healthy work environment
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Job Responsibilities

• Cook food following recipes for a high-volume kitchen
• Ensure adherence to recipes to meet any dietary requirements
• Take culinary lead on the floor within the location
• Ensure consistent quality, preparation, and presentation of food
• Provide courteous, professional customer service at all times
• Assist with controlling waste and spoilage
• Assist with culinary auditing, and food safety measures
• Assist with weekly inventory
• Maintain continual cleaning and sanitizing of surrounding work area
• Ensure adherence to all of Aramark Policies and Procedures
• May perform other job duties as required

About You

• Experience in the Culinary field
• Experience with basic food preparation and various cooking methods
• Knowledge of food, sanitization, and health and safety standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Problem solving
• Planning and organizing skills
• Enjoy working with others in a team setting

The selected candidate for this position will need to complete and successfully pass a Criminal Background Check.

About Aramark

At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world.

You’ll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you’ll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you’re pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.