Title:  Sous Chef/Lead Cook

Job Description

Join our Team at Queen's Hospitality Services as a Sous Chef (Lead Cook). We are hiring for full time roles. Elevate your career and join the Aramark team!  Queen's University is home to food outlets operated by Aramark that serve the university community throughout the school year.  Aramark Canada is a leading supplier of hospitality services with career opportunities in major sectors, across Canada.

The Sous Chef (Lead Cook) is responsible for leading our front-line and culinary team to provide exceptional guest service and experiences.

Pay and Perks

• Wage $23.50/hr
• Benefits enrollment option after completion of probationary period
• Uniforms are provided

Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs. 

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Job Responsibilities

Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks. Also assists with inventory and works cooperatively with the front-line staff to meet daily business requirements.

•    Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
•    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.

In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

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

• Ability to work a variety of shifts; days, evenings, weekends and holidays 
• 1-2 years Culinary experience required in a leadership role 
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required
• Food safety certification an asset
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal and communictions skills 
• Ability to problem solve while working in a fast-paced environment
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
• 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

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.