Creative 2nd Cook: Craft Flavors & Kitchen Innovation

Aramark; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a 2nd Cook to join our Ottawa team. You will help bring recipes to life, use fresh ingredients, and explore different cuisines while following safety guidelines.

The role requires prior cooking experience and the ability to obtain a food safety certification. You will set up stations, prepare ingredients, and work with a range of cooking methods to deliver meals that align with client requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Validated knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares 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 various cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines.
• Stores food properly by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.
• Maintains customer service and positive demeanor towards guests and coworkers.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Basic math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a 2nd Cook to join our Ottawa team. You will help bring recipes to life, use fresh ingredients, and explore different cuisines while following safety guidelines.

The role requires prior cooking experience and the ability to obtain a food safety certification. You will set up stations, prepare ingredients, and work with a range of cooking methods to deliver meals that align with client requirements.