Cook jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,599
Employers: 543

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.99Across 250 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.60Across 55 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: <1%1 listing
On-site: >99%2,598 listings

Employers hiring include Chartwell (117), Boston Pizza (113), Compass Group Canada (78).

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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First Cook/Relief Chef
Dexterra
Edmonton, Alberta
- $19.5 to $25 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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First Cook/Relief Chef
Dexterra
Alberta · Edmonton, Alberta
- $19.5 to $25 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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First Cook/Relief Chef
Dexterra
Fort St. John, British Columbia · Edmonton, Alberta
- $20 to $25 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Deli Clerk/ Prep Cook
Freson Bros.
Fairview, Alberta
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Prep_Assistant Cook
Chartwell
Dorchester, Ontario
- Part-time
As a Prep Cook you will be responsible to assist in the preparation of high-quality meals to meet the nutritional needs of the residents and guests, using standardized recipes, and…
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Line cook
State & Main
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Cook
Chartwell
Gatineau, QC
- Part-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.…
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Cook Casual
Maquise
Waterloo, ON
- Part-time
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Cook Full Time at Vancouver Island Conference
Compass Canada
Nanaimo, BC
- Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Cook 1
Sonesta Hotels
Toronto, ON · The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto, CAD
- Full-time
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Line Cook
Westmont Hospitality Group
Halifax, NS
- $19.57 CAD / hour
- Full-time
The Line Cook prepares food to specific recipe standards following safe food handling practices. Provides customer service in various outlets including buffets and food stations. Assists in…
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Line Cook - Tapley's Neighbourhood Pub, Whistler, BC
Gibbons Whistler
Whistler, BC
- $24 to $30 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Line Cook - Evening Shift
Basecamp
Canmore, AB
- $20 to $24 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Line Cook - Original Joes Regina
Original Joe's
Regina, Saskatchewan
- Full-time
Line/Prep Cook Opportunity – Be Part of Our Team!
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Olive Garden - Prep Cook (Vaughan)
Recipe Unlimited
Vaughan, Ontario
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COOK 2
Lais Hotel Properties L
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
- Up to $20.55 CAD / hour
Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels is currently seeking a Cook 2 to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity that can provide flexibility, valuable work experience, and a…
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PREP COOK
Lais Hotel Properties L
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
- Up to $19.21 CAD / hour
Vintage Hotels & Niagara’s Finest Hotels is currently seeking a Prep Cook to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity that can provide flexibility, valuable work experience, and a…
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Cook Level I - Part Time
Optima Living
Edmonton, Alberta
- Part-time
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Cook Level I - Part Time
Optima Living
Edmonton, Alberta
- Part-time
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Cook | Casual
Sienna Senior Living
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia
- Part-time
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Lead Cook
Aramark Canada
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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…
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Line Cook - Banff Hospitality Collective
Banff Hospitality Collective
Banff, AB
- Full-time
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Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
Penticton, BC
- $18.25 to $25 CAD / hour
- Part-time
We are looking for motivated Cooks to enhance our kitchen team. As a Cook, you have a passion for food and hospitality, a commitment to excellence, and a desire to learn and grow. We’ll…
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Second Cook, Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Smithers, BC
- Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Cook
Sienna Senior Living
Grimsby, ON
- Part-time

Chartwell

Prep_Assistant Cook

155 Ontario St., Markham, ON, L3R 0E6, Canada

Part-time

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Job details

Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Nov 10, 2026
Experience: 1–2 years of experience in a volume food preparation environment, ideally in retirement, long-term care, or hospitality
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 10, 2026

Original job description

The Opportunity

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 feel at home. By supporting the kitchen team with meal preparation, food safety, and cleanliness, you’ll help provide a dining experience that nourishes both body and spirit.

What You’ll Do

Help prepare and cook meals that meet residents’ dietary needs

Wash, chop, and prepare ingredients like meats, vegetables, and salads

Keep the kitchen clean and organized, including dishes and work surfaces

Support special event food preparation to highlight Chartwell’s hospitality

Follow safe food handling, health, and safety practices, and store supplies properly

Receive and store food and supplies, while completing daily temperature checks for fridges, freezers, and storerooms

What You’ll Bring

1–2 years of experience in a volume food preparation environment, ideally in retirement, long-term care, or hospitality

High school graduate or equivalent education

Food Safe Level 1 certificate (Level 2 preferred)

Strong organizational skills and ability to work under time constraints

Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and attention to detail

Team player with strong customer service and clear communication skills

What We Offer

A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for leadership development and career growth

A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents

Additional Requirements

Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Physical ability to stand for long periods, bend, lift, push, and carry items during meal preparation and service

Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment

Preparedness to respond to emergency situations in accordance with residence protocols

Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required

At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities.

Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email accessibility@chartwell.com or call 1-888-663-6448.

Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The Prep Cook supports the kitchen team by preparing meals that meet residents' dietary needs and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. They are also responsible for safe food handling, proper storage of supplies, and assisting with special event food preparation.

Requirements

Candidates must have 1-2 years of experience in volume food preparation and a high school diploma or equivalent. A Food Safe Level 1 certificate is required, along with the physical ability to perform kitchen tasks and a clear criminal background check.

Skills

Food preparation
Food safety
Kitchen cleanliness
Meal planning
Customer service
Communication
Organizational skills
Time management
Temperature monitoring
Kitchen equipment operation

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Leadership development
Career growth opportunities

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Prep Cook
Food Preparation
Food Safety
Kitchen Operations
Retirement Residence
Hospitality
Volume Cooking
Food Handling
Sanitation
Dietary Needs
Customer Service
Communication
Inventory Management
Temperature Checks
Food Safe Level 1

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