Cook 1 - Risley Hall

Location

Halifax, NS | Canada

Job description

Job Description

At Aramark, we focus on enriching and nourishing the lives of millions all over the world, providing a wide range of services—food, facilities and uniforms—to a diverse group of clients in 19 countries. Our commitment to hiring, training and rewarding the right people ensures that our employees are more than just hard workers. They’re Service Stars! 

Aramark Canada is currently seeking skilled First Cooks to join the Dalhousie Food Services team! Reporting to the Residential Dining Manager or their designate, the First Cook is responsible for supporting the Sous-Chef in providing guidance to the culinary team in addition to preparing, cooking and serving a variety of foods to students in residence. 

Job Responsibilities

• Assures quality, courteous customer service is provided to all customers 
• Provide support and guidance to Food Service Workers, Prep, and Grill Cooks with regards to culinary technique and best practice 
• Cook required items in accordance with menu, using grill, ovens, and fryers 
• Serve food on the line, replenishing when necessary  
• Maintains continual cleaning and sanitizing of surrounding work area 
• Assists with culinary auditing, temperature checking of food items within kitchen, stations, fridge’s and freezers 
• Adherence to Aramark’s policies and procedures, including Occupational Health and Safety and Food Safety 
• May perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• 5+ years prep cook, grill cook, line cook experience 
• 1+ years’ experience in a leadership role 
• Working toward Red Seal considered an asset 
• Valid WHMIS, Food Safe Advanced Certification, First Aid Certification considered an asset 
• Must be able to work effectively and efficiently, supervised and unsupervised 
• Must be able to lift, push, pull min. 35 lbs 
• Must be flexible, evening and weekend work may be required 

This is a unionized position with SEIU Local 2. Aramark offers a comprehensive group benefit program, employee meal plan, complimentary uniforms, opportunities for career growth and development and other incentives! 

Aramark Canada is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for those with disabilities are available upon request. 

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, facilities, and uniform services in 19 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 or connect with us on  Facebook ,  Instagram and  Twitter .

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