Cook - CFB Military Base

Job Description

Ready to leave the unpredictable hours of standard restaurant kitchens behind? We are seeking a reliable and passionate Cook to join our food services team at the Canadian Forces Base (CFB) on the Halifax waterfront.

This unique culinary role offers the perfect blend of high-volume kitchen excitement and professional stability, featuring a Monday to Friday day-time schedule, and a supportive team environment. If you hold a strong foundation in food safety and high-standard volume cooking, and you are looking for a role that offers true work-life balance while serving a dedicated base community, we want to hear from you. 

Job Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• 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
• Ensures security of company assets

Qualifications

• 3+ years culinary experience preferably in institutional industries such as hospitals, higher education, or correctional facilities 
• Experience with large quantity batch cooking an asset 
• Working towards Journeyman or Red Seal Certification in the Cook trade or equivalent considered an asset 
• 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 position is full time with a daytime Monday to Friday schedule. Aramark Canada offers extended health benefits, employee meal plan, complimentary uniforms and safety shoes, paid sick time, paid vacation time, up to 50% reimbursement for professional development initiatives (ex: Red Seal), opportunities for advancement, scholarship opportunities for dependents of employees, volunteerism events, team events, and more!

The successful candidate must complete and pass a series of background checks, inlcuding having their fingerprints taken. This process may take up to several weeks to conclude.

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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 or connect with us on  Facebook ,  Instagram and  Twitter .

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00.