Lead 1st Cook - Remote Lodge Cochrane ON

Aramark; Northeastern Ontario; Remote; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company is seeking a Lead 1st Cook for a remote lodge near Timmins, ON. The role involves preparing food, supervising kitchen staff, and following food safety procedures. Candidates should have prior cooking experience, supervisory skills, and a food safety certification. A benefit package includes transportation and a rotation of 14 days on/14 days off.

Benefits

Transportation provided

Travel allowance

Work rotation schedule

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations such as proper food handling.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties and food safety.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food preparation principles

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Title: Lead 1st Cook - Remote Lodge Cochrane ON

Requisition #: 593868

Location: Cochrane, ON, CA, P0L 1C0

Career Area: Hourly & Seasonal

ARAMARK Remote Workplace Services in partnership with Moose Cree group of companies are hiring for Lead 1st Cooks for a remote lodge near Timmins, ON. The 1st Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures.

The individual in this role should safely handle knives and equipment including grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. Responsible for proper and timely preparation of the food service as well as supervision of kitchen staff and delegate responsibilities. The responsibilities of the position may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

Comprehensive benefit packages are offered, including:

• Transportation provided out of Timmins or Cochrane, ON
• Travel allowance available for some areas that are further away
• Rotation of 14 days on/ 14 days off

Please note all candidates considered for hire will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment D&A test and criminal background check

Job Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
• Cooks and prepares food following 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 all food utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines
• Properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets
• Produces and maintains work schedules and may prepare production records.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred
• Experience as a cook or related role required
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Food safety certification required
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates effective 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).

Aramark is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.