Title:  Cook

Job Description

Do you love to cook? Are you passionate about food? We are seeking Cooks to join the Dining Services team at Memorial University!  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 equipment, you’ll be immersed in a world that goes beyond food preparation – experimenting with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles.

At Aramark, we care about your health, so we have production guidelines and safety procedures in place to help you do what you love. Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us!  

This is a union position with NAPE. This position is part-time, with the possibility of leading to full-time. This position comes with medical and dental benefits for 20+ hours worked, employee meal plan, paid sick time, paid vacation time, complimentary uniforms and safety shoes, up to 50% reimbursement on professional development initiatives, scholarships for dependents of employees and more!

Job Responsibilities

•    Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to 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 a variety of utensils including knives 
•    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  
•    Assists other team members as required 

Qualifications

•    3-5 years' culinary experience preferred
•    Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
•    Red seal certification considered an asset
•    Team player; ability to work as a part of team, and independently as required
•    Flexible, as evening and weekend work will be required

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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.