Title:  Cook

Job Description

Do you love to cook? Are you passionate about food? As a Cook on our team, you’ll help bring recipes to life while being able to flex your creativity! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best team, you’ll be immersed in a world that goes beyond food preparation – experimenting with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles.

We are seeking two Cooks to join our Dining Services team at the Canada Forces Base on the Halifax Waterfront. These positions come with Monday to Friday daytime schedules. 

Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us!  

Job Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes  
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items 
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc. 
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods 
• 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 demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc. 
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets
   

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as a Cook is required
• Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Experience with inventory and ordering considered an asset 
• Keen attention to detail when following recipies, plating dishes, and serving guests 
• Skilled in verbal and written communication
• Able to work with a team or independently
   

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 offers extended health benefits, employee meal plan, complimentary uniforms and shoes, up to 50% reimbursement for professional development courses and programs within our outside Aramark (ex: Red Seal certification), opportunities for advancement, community events, scholarship opportunities for dependents of employees and more!

Due to the nature of the work site, the successful candidate must submit to and successful clear a background check including finger-printing. This process will be covered in the interview, including timelines.  

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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.

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.