Cook - CFB Military Base

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Employee meal plan

Uniforms provided

Safety shoes

Job summary

Aramark Canada is seeking a reliable Cook for a daytime, Monday–Friday role on the Halifax waterfront base. You will prepare a variety of meals in a high-volume kitchen, follow standardized recipes, and maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards for the base community.

The position offers benets including health coverage, meal plan, uniforms, safety shoes, and opportunities for professional development. Background checks are required before onboarding.

Qualifications

• 3+ years culinary experience in institutional settings preferred (hospitals, higher ed, or correctional facilities).
• Experience with large quantity batch cooking is an asset.
• Valid WHMIS and Food Safe certification; First Aid is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods according to recipes and production guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Safely use knives and kitchen utensils.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers and other equipment.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation, and clean work areas.

Skills

Food safety

High-volume cooking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

WHMIS and Food Safe certification

First Aid certification

Journeyman/Red Seal (Cook) certification

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ready to leave the unpredictable hours of standard restaurant kitchens behind?

We are seeking a reliable and passionate Cook to join our food services team at the Canadian Forces Base (CFB) on the Halifax waterfront.

This unique culinary role offers the perfect blend of high-volume kitchen excitement and professional stability, featuring a Monday to Friday day-time schedule, and a supportive team environment. If you hold a strong foundation in food safety and high-standard volume cooking, and you are looking for a role that offers true work-life balance while serving a dedicated base community, we want to hear from you.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years culinary experience preferably in institutional industries such as hospitals, higher education, or correctional facilities
• Experience with large quantity batch cooking an asset
• Working towards Journeyman or Red Seal Certification in the Cook trade or equivalent considered an asset
• Valid WHMIS and Food Safe (Basic or Advanced), First Aid Certification is an asset
• Knowledge of and commitment to upholding high standards of food safety and hygiene
• Additional certification may be required by work location
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently supervised and unsupervised
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine desire to provide outstanding customer service
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operations

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).

This position is full time with a daytime Monday to Friday schedule. Aramark Canada offers extended health benefits, employee meal plan, complimentary uniforms and safety shoes, paid sick time, paid vacation time, up to 50% reimbursement for professional development initiatives (ex: Red Seal), opportunities for advancement, scholarship opportunities for dependents of employees, volunteerism events, team events, and more!

The successful candidate must complete and pass a series of background checks, inlcuding having their fingerprints taken. This process may take up to several weeks to conclude.

ABOUT ARAMARK

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

Our Mission

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 [http://www.aramarkcareers.com] or connect with us on Facebook [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAramarkCareers&data=04%7C01%7CZubarev-Roman%40aramark.com%7Cd95531f1958f4c8be92608d930cd3bed%7Cb1519f0f2dbf4e21bf34a686ce97588a%7C0%7C0%7C637594480295643289%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=FStKmW3AoNZb2vJnR%2FQQ65UlkGbWjN%2B0YzJ0Pl3Vpcs%3D&reserved=0], Instagram [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Finstagram.com%2Faramarkcareers&data=04%7C01%7CZubarev-Roman%40aramark.com%7Cd95531f1958f4c8be92608d930cd3bed%7Cb1519f0f2dbf4e21bf34a686ce97588a%7C0%7C0%7C637594480295653284%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=kdMgnbALw10003oI5eCv3mUef0FKb%2BAuVM38jJD%2BTEM%3D&reserved=0] and Twitter [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Faramarkcareers&data=04%7C01%7CZubarev-Roman%40aramark.com%7Cd95531f1958f4c8be92608d930cd3bed%7Cb1519f0f2dbf4e21bf34a686ce97588a%7C0%7C0%7C637594480295653284%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=aDi0EMVcAG61WwWR7WpIUFcvNiqtIRl5d8p%2BKAdrL2c%3D&reserved=0].

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00.