Food Prep Worker II - Cook

Aramark; Ajax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services provider in Ajax is looking for a Food Prep Worker II to assist with food preparation and delivery. This role involves preparing various food items, adhering to safety and sanitation procedures, and maintaining a positive customer service attitude. Ideal candidates will have prior food prep experience and knowledge of food safety regulations. Join a team that values service and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Previous food prep experience preferred.
• Must be able to obtain required food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.

Skills

Food prep methods knowledge

Proper knife handling

Food safety regulations

Basic math skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Schedule: Monday - Thursday Morning Shift

Location: 777 Bayly St W, Ajax, ON L1S 7G7

The Food Prep Worker II is responsible for assisting cooks, chefs, or food service managers by preparing ingredients for recipes and performing other food preparation and service tasks. The Food Prep Worker II should prepare food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• 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 utilizes a variety of utensils including knives
• 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 attitude towards guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done makes 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

• Previous food prep experience preferred
• Knowledge of various food prep methods, proper knife handling, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage preferred
• Must be able to obtain required food safety certification
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal and 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).

Education

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About Aramark

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.

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.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.