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Lead Cook - Dalhousie
@ Aramark
Bible Hill, Nova Scotia
Overview
Aramark is hiring a Lead Cook for Dalhousie University Agriculture in Truro to prepare food from standard recipes, train staff and supervise the kitchen team. The work covers large-batch cooking, food safety and sanitation, and customer service. Pay is $22.98 per hour.
Responsibilities:
- Cook and prepare food from standard recipes and production guidelines
- Train and guide staff on food safety, sanitation and cooking methods
- Set up workstations and operate ovens, stoves, slicers and mixers
- Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment and utensils
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years of culinary experience
- Experience with large-quantity batch cooking
- Journeyman or Red Seal certification preferred
- Valid WHMIS and Food Safe certification
- Leadership experience an asset
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- Not provided
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-29
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Food & beverage |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Restaurant or kitchen, School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal, Journeyman, WHMIS, Food Safe, First Aid |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Free or discounted meals, Uniform provided |
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Aramark
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 568 |
Job Description
Do you love to cook? Are you passionate about creating experiences that leave a lasting impression? We are seeking a Cook 1 to join the celebrated Dal Food Services team at Dalhousie University Agriculture in Truro!
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in this role should safely handle knives and equipment including grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. The Lead Cook may supervise employees and delegate responsibilities.
Job Responsibilities
- Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
- Cooks and prepares food following 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 all food utensils including knives
- Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
- Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods
- Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines
- Properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures
- Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
- 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
Qualifications
- 5+ years culinary experience regardless of industry
- Experience with large quantity batch cooking required
- Journeyman or Red Seal Certification in the Cook trade or equivalent preferred
- Experience in leadership role, either individual contributor or people manager 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
- Skilled in task prioritization and time management
- 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).
Aramark offers medical and dental benefits, paid vacation time, paid sick time, employee meal plan, complimentary uniforms and safety shoes, up to 50% reimbursement on professional development initiatives, and more!
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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.
The pay range for this position is $22.98 - $22.98.
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