2nd Cook-Remote Lodge, Geraldton ON

ARAMARK Remote Workplace Services are hiring a 2nd Cook for a remote lodge near Thunder Bay, Ontario. Responsibilites will be to coordinate and be responsible for the handling, preparation, production, and timely service of all breakfast meals in accordance with methods and standards approved by the Chef.

The 2nd Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures.  The 2nd Cook should safely handle knives and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. 

What We Offer

For Local Candidates (Geraldton, ON)
Flexible schedules designed to support work–life balance
Ability to return home after each shift
Comprehensive benefits package
Must have reliable transportation to travel to site daily

For Candidates Outside of Geraldton, ON
Company-provided transportation from Thunder Bay, ON
Travel allowance available for eligible outlying areas
Comprehensive benefits package
20 days on / 10 days off rotation

Please note all candidates considered for hire will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment D&A test and criminal background check

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
  

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

• Experience as a cook or in a related role 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
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal 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).