SMU Prep Cook

Aramark; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A food services company in Halifax is seeking dedicated Prep Cooks to develop skills and contribute to a positive dining experience. Responsibilities include food prep, maintaining a clean work environment, and following food safety standards. Ideal candidates possess strong customer service and teamwork skills, with experience in food service preferred. This is a full-time position with various benefits including health coverage and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Extended health benefits

Paid vacation time

Employee meal plan

Complimentary uniforms

Scholarship opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year prep work or food service-related work preferred.
• Valid WHMIS and Food Safe (Basic or Advanced) is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively both supervised and unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items using prep lists and standard recipes.
• Maintains accurate rotation of food to assure quality and freshness.
• Ensures stations are cleaned and organized at the end of the shift.

Skills

Food prep knowledge

Knife handling

Temperature control

Sanitation

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Job description

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Ready to dish out a rewarding career opportunity? Aramark at Saint Mary's University is searching for dedicated Prep Cooks to join our celebrated team. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to develop valuable skills, work in a supportive environment, and become an integral part of the Saint Mary's community.

If you're a team player with a can-do attitude and a desire to contribute to a positive dining experience, we invite you to explore this exciting role!

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items using prep lists and standard Aramark recipes.
• Maintains accurate rotation of food to assure top quality and freshness.
• Manages leftover foods correctly; cover, label, date, and accurately store according to Aramark standards.
• Maintains clean and orderly refrigerators and work areas.
• Ensures stations are cleaned, sanitized, and organized at the end of the shift (including cleaning of kitchen equipment).
• Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment that conforms to all food safety standards and regulations.
• Follows safety policies and accident reporting procedures.
• Completes all required training
• Protects company assets
  

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year prep work or food service-related work preferred.
• Knowledge of food prep, proper knife handling, temperature control, and sanitation is helpful.
• Valid WHMIS and Food Safe (Basic or Advanced), First Aid Certification is an asset
• Knowledge of and commitment to upholding high standards of food safety and hygiene
• Additional certification may be required by work location
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently supervised and unsupervised
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine desire to provide outstanding customer service
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operations

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).

This is a full time union position with SEIU Local 2. This positon comes with extended health benefits, RRSP, paid sick time, paid vacation time, employee meal plan, complimentary uniforms and safety shoes, up to 50% reimbursement for professional development initiatives (ex: Red Seal), opportunities for advancement, scholarship opportunities for dependents of employees, community volunteerism events, team events and more!

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.

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 athttp://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us onFacebook ,Instagram andTwitter .

Accommodation Statement

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request.