Culinary Specialist: Institutional Kitchen

Aramark Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Employee meal plan

Uniforms provided

Safety shoes provided

Paid sick time

Paid vacation time

Professional development reimbursement

Opportunities for advancement

Scholarships for dependents

Volunteerism events

Team events

Job summary

Aramark Canada is seeking a Cook to join our team at the Canadian Forces Base on the Halifax waterfront. You will cook and prepare a variety of foods, following recipes and safety guidelines, while bringing creativity to menus.

The role requires 3+ years of culinary experience in institutional settings and a commitment to high standards of food safety and hygiene. Daytime, full-time schedule with benefits and development opportunities is offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years culinary experience in institutional settings (hospitals, higher education, or similar).
• Experience with large-quantity batch cooking is an asset.
• Journeyman or Red Seal in Cook trade or equivalent is an asset.
• WHMIS and Food Safe certifications; First Aid is an asset.
• Knowledge of high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work effectively supervised or unsupervised.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong customer service mindset.
• Team player with ability to collaborate for smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, and peeling.
• Safely use a variety of utensils including knives.
• Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use various cooking methods.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion food according to guidelines.
• Properly store food following safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests.
• Adhere to safety policies including PPE and security of company assets.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Journeyman/Red Seal in Cook trade

Job description

Aramark Canada is seeking a Cook to join our team at the Canadian Forces Base on the Halifax waterfront. You will cook and prepare a variety of foods, following recipes and safety guidelines, while bringing creativity to menus.

The role requires 3+ years of culinary experience in institutional settings and a commitment to high standards of food safety and hygiene. Daytime, full-time schedule with benefits and development opportunities is offered.