Grill/Prep Cook

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

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Halifax is looking for a Concession Stand Cook to prepare and serve quality food offerings. The role involves ensuring food safety standards and providing an engaging experience for guests. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a Serve Right Certification, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Friendly and welcoming personality to interact positively with customers.
• Effective communication skills with team members and customers.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of food safety principles and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of concession-style foods.
• Maintain food safety standards and cleanliness.
• Operate cooking equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with inventory and stocking supplies as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Flexibility

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Serve Right Certification

Job description

The Concession Stand Cook is responsible for preparing and serving quality food offerings to guests. This role involves cooking and preparing a variety of food items, maintaining food safety standards and ensuring a safe and positive experience for all guests.

Job Responsibilities

• Cooking a variety of menu items including (but not limited to) hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken tenders, fries, pizza and other concession style foods.
• Use of equipment such as fryers, steamers, grills and ovens.
• Accurately portioning food items according to the established standards following recipes and build directions, ensuring proper presentation.
• Ensure foods are prepared, held and served at the proper temperatures according to food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following all food safety guidelines and sanitation procedures to prevent foodborne illness.
• Operation of cooking equipment in a safe and efficient manner, performing required cleaning and basic maintenance.
• May be required to operate a point-of-sale system, processing transactions and payments.
• Adhering to established procedures and policies for food & beverage preparation, credit/debit/cash and customer service.
• Adhering to all Government regulations, laws and in-house policies on Responsible Alcohol Service where required.
• Complete opening and closing procedures for your location as assigned.
• May be required to assist Stand Lead with inventory and stocking of supplies.

Additional tasks as assigned by the Stand Lead, Supervisor or Manager

Qualifications

• Friendly, welcoming and able to interact with customers and co-workers in a positive manner.
• Clear and effective communication with customers and team members.
• Serve Right Certification and a minimum age of 18 to serve in the Province of Nova Scotia.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; handling multiple tasks and working under pressure at times.
• Understanding proper food safety principles and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team promoting a positive culture.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Flexibility; willingness to work various shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
• Frequently lifting and carrying items such as food supplies, prepared menu items and beverages often and may be up to 30 lbs.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements and motions such as preparing food & beverage orders, entering orders into the point-of-sale system, restocking items.
• Attendants need to bend and reach to access items, serve customers and clean surfaces.
• Ability to work in a variety of conditions including variable temperatures, and potentially around wetness, noise and other hazards.
• Slips, trips and falls; uneven surfaces, spilled liquids or tripping over equipment.
• Cuts and burns; working with sharp objects such as knives, can openers or food processing equipment and hot surfaces such as fryers, steamers and grills.
• Muscle strain and fatigue; lifting items, repetitive motions and prolonged standing.
• Exposure to cleaning agents may cause skin irritations or respiratory problems.
• Sanitizers can lead to skin irritation or accidental ingestion.

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.

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 or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.