Cook jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 20, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,979
Employers: 655

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $20.02Across 257 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.49Across 60 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 0%0 listings
On-site: 100%2,979 listings

Employers hiring include Boston Pizza (137), Chartwell (110), Aramark Canada (109).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Added 19 days ago
Cook - Full Time and Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
Full-time · Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 16 days ago
Prep Cook
Sodexo Canada Ltd
Otterburne, MB
Full-time
Added 16 days ago
Cook Level I - Casual
Optima Living
Maple Ridge, BC
Added 16 days ago
Cook
Spirit Omega Inc.
Vermilion, AB
Full-time
Are you passionate about food and enjoy creating meals that make a difference? We are looking for a Cook to join our team and help deliver high-quality, nutritious meals in a safe and…
Added 16 days ago
Lead Cook
Spirit Omega Inc.
Kananaskis, AB
Full-time
The Lead Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food in accordance with standardized recipes, production guidelines, and food safety standards. This role ensures the consistent…
Added 16 days ago
Cook
Amica Senior Lifestyles
Waterloo, ON
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Cook (casual)- Hardisty
Park Place Seniors Living
AB
Temporary
Under the direction of the Food Services Manager and/or Dietitian, the Cook prepares meals which
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Cook
Sienna Senior Living
Kingston, ON
Part-time
Added 16 days ago
Cook (Full-time)
Vancouver Society of Children s Centres
Vancouver, BC
Up to $25.31 CAD / hour
Full-time
We are searching for a permanent full-time cook to prepare simple pre-set menus for our food program. In addition to food prep, this position will be responsible for general kitchen clean…
Added 16 days ago
Cook
Chartwell
Esquimalt, BC
Full-time
Are you passionate about creating delicious meals that bring joy to others? As a Cook at Chartwell, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to our residents.…
Added 16 days ago
Cook
Boston Pizza
Hamilton, ON
$17.6 CAD / hour
Part-time
Added 12 days ago
Cuisinier(ère) 2, Restaurant Marcus & Lounge (Sur appel) / Cook 2, Marcus Restaurant & Lounge  (On-Call)
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Montreal, QC · Four Seasons Montreal
Part-time
Added 16 days ago
Senior Prep Cook - Queen's Cross Food Hall
Oliver & Bonacini
Toronto, ON
Full-time
Added 20 days ago
Cook - Full-Time/Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Edmonton, AB
Full-time · Part-time
Added 20 days ago
Grill Cook, Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 19 days ago
Cook
Panda Restaurant Group
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Our Panda Cook associates are important leaders of our team and the heart of our kitchen. You are responsible for creating food with passion, service with heart and ambiance with pride.
Added 16 days ago
Prep_Assistant Cook(Full Time)
Chartwell
Esquimalt, BC
Full-time
Are you passionate about creating delicious meals that bring comfort and joy to others? As a Prep Cook at Chartwell, you’ll play an important role in preparing meals that make our residents…
Added 16 days ago
Line Cook (AM) - Kindred
Oliver & Bonacini
Edmonton, AB
Part-time
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7 Spice Bistro
Mississauga, ON
Full-time
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Cook (Casual)
The Salvation Army in Canada
Jackson's Point, ON · Jacksons Point, ON
Other
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Cook Seasonal
Compass Group Canada
Vancouver, BC · Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Added 19 days ago
First Cook - Premium
Civeo North America
Faro, YT
Full-time
Added 1 month ago
Cook - Dalhousie
Aramark
Halifax, NS
Are you looking to develop your culinary skills in a unique food services environment? As a Cook on our Dal Food Services team at Dalhousie University, you’ll help bring recipes to life…
Added 1 month ago
Cook 1 - Dalhousie
Aramark
Halifax, NS
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…
Added 16 days ago
Cook (Full Time)
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Calgary, AB
Full-time

Aramark

Lead Cook

Toronto, ON, M4V 1X2, Canada

Apply by: Oct 31, 2026
Experience: 3–5 years of experience in high-volume cooking, institutional dining, or a related culinary role.
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 3, 2026

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Job Description

Rate of Pay: $22.50 – $24.50 / hour (Dependent on Experience)

Schedule: Full-Time | 40 hours per week | 8–9 hour shifts scheduled between 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

About the Role & Workplace

Do you love to cook and create nutritious, memorable meals for young people? As a Lead Cook on our team, you’ll help bring recipes to life, flex your culinary creativity, and nourish 50–70 boarding students daily. Surrounded by fresh, high-quality ingredients sourced from local suppliers and modern equipment, you will experiment with a dynamic variety of global cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles in a supportive, high-energy environment.

Simply put, we are a high energy, supportive and compassionate team, and our kitchen is a truly warm and engaging place to spend 8 hours a day. We are deeply committed to fostering a welcoming, kind, inclusive, and professional workplace where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Job Responsibilities

Cook and prepare balanced, high-quality lunch and dinner for 50–70 boarding students using fresh ingredients from local suppliers, following established production guidelines and a 3-week recipe rotation featuring diverse global cuisines.
Set up workstations with necessary ingredients and equipment. Measure, chop, trim, and peel ingredients safely using proper knife skills and culinary equipment (ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers).
Bake, roast, broil, steam, and execute diverse cooking techniques across various international cuisines. Arrange, garnish, and portion food consistent with portion-control standards.
Provide daily oversight and guidance to kitchen support staff (e.g., prep cooks, dishwashers, servers) during shift operations. Foster a positive, supportive work environment, ensure tasks are completed efficiently, and help onboard or train new team members.
Allergy Management & Menu Awareness:
- Strictly adhere to the school’s allergy management plan and cross-contamination protocols.
- Identify major allergens in menu items, ingredients, and recipes to ensure safe preparation for students with specific dietary restrictions or food allergies.
- Clearly label allergen-free dishes and maintain transparent communication with the team regarding allergen safety.
Model strong professionalism, a collaborative mindset, and bring contagious, positive energy to the culinary team and student body while promoting a kind and inclusive environment.
Adhere to all food safety guidelines, proper food storage, and kitchen sanitation practices. Clean and sanitize workstations, tools, and equipment throughout and after service shifts.
Assist team members during peak service hours, maintain excellent customer service toward students and staff, and safeguard kitchen assets.

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in high-volume cooking, institutional dining, or a related culinary role.
Experience or demonstrated capability in providing guidance, daily oversight, and onboarding to kitchen support staff.
Strong understanding of standard food preparation principles, diverse global cooking techniques, and strict food safety handling/storage practices.
Knowledge of food allergens, safe handling procedures to prevent cross-contact, and experience working within a formal food allergy plan.
Valid Food Safety Certification (or ability to acquire upon hire).

Education

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 $19.75 - $22.25.

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Responsibilities

The Lead Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality, nutritious meals for boarding students while adhering to strict allergy management and food safety protocols. They also provide daily oversight and training to kitchen support staff to ensure efficient and professional kitchen operations.

Requirements

Candidates must have 3–5 years of experience in high-volume or institutional cooking and a strong understanding of diverse culinary techniques. A valid Food Safety Certification is required, along with the ability to manage food allergens and lead a team effectively.

Skills

Food Preparation
Culinary Techniques
Menu Planning
Allergy Management
Food Safety
Kitchen Sanitation
Knife Skills
Team Leadership
Staff Training
Portion Control
Inventory Management
Customer Service
Production Guidelines
Global Cuisine

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Keywords

Lead Cook
Food Safety Certification
Institutional Dining
High-Volume Cooking
Allergy Management
Cross-Contamination Protocols
Global Cuisine
Kitchen Sanitation
Production Guidelines
Staff Oversight
Culinary Equipment
Food Storage
Menu Awareness
Aramark
Boarding Students

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