Cook jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 27, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,781
Employers: 521

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.97Across 264 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.55Across 62 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%2,781 listings

Employers hiring include Boston Pizza (139), Chartwell (115), Aramark Canada (98).

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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Journeyperson Cook
Grande Prairie Public School Division
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Full-time
Full-time, Temporary (41 hours per week) Journeyperson Cook
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White Spot Line Cook (Experienced)- Open Availability
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$18.25 to $23 USD / hour
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Vancouver, BC
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Full-time
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Hamilton, ON · Burlington, ON
Up to $17.6 CAD / hour
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Penticton, BC
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Calgary, AB
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Cook - Kelowna
John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay
Kelowna, BC
$25.13 to $28.96 CAD / hour
Contract
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Assistant Cook - Casual
Optima Living
Victoria, BC
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Cook Level I - Casual
Optima Living
Victoria, BC
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Culinary Staff - Line Cook
The Canadian Brewhouse
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
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Cogir Senior Living
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Full-time
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Prep Cook - Concessions
Calgary Stampeder Football Club
Calgary, AB
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Cook - Quick Service
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Calgary, AB
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Back of House - Prep Cook
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…upbeat, and hard-working people to join our team. As a Prep Cook, you can craft your skills and gain experience working in a fast-paced, structured environment. While learning from an…
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White Spot Line Cook - Breakfast Experience and Dayshift Availability
White Spot
Nanaimo, BC
$18.25 to $21.5 USD / hour
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Cook | Part-Time | Tribute Communities Centre
Oak View Group
Oshawa, ON
$18.6 to $19.45 CAD / hour
Part-time
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Line Cook/Chef - (Winter) Full-time & Part-time
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
Fernie, BC
Full-time · Part-time · Temporary
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2nd Line Cook - Kitchen Suites
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Calgary, AB
Part-time
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1st Line Cook - Kitchen Suites
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Calgary, AB
Part-time
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Line Cook at Fresh Oakville
Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar
Oakville, ON
Part-time
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Cook (Casual/On-Call)
PARC Retirement Living
Kelowna, BC
Part-time
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Compass Group Canada

First Cook, Full Time

Wawa, ON, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 29, 2026

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Original job description

The First Cook is responsible for preparing food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Prepare “mise en place” (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc) and other products as required for high volume production.
Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

Proven cooking experience in a restaurant, banquet or remote camp.
Food Safety Certification required.
Advanced Food Safe Certification is an asset.
Certificate from a recognized cooking school is an asset.
Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
Familiar with industry’s best practices.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Position Requirements

Shift: 10hr/Day
Rotation: 20 Days On/10 Days Off
Local applicants preferred

Perks

Overtime after 44hr/week
Benefits available after 3 months
Travel & accommodations provided

What’s in it for you?

Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
We are as diverse as our guests. We believe diverse and inclusive environments support innovation and collaboration, and benefit our associates, clients, and customers. We are committed to Listen, Learn, and Act and our Diversity Inclusion Action Councils (DIAC) are associate led groups that seek to foster inclusion through cultural awareness, engagement and appreciation of diversity. We are Stronger, Together!

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact ukg.recruitment@compass-canada.com for further information.

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Responsibilities

The First Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food products according to corporate standards and guidelines. They must ensure quality food service, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and manage the rotation of food and beverage products.

Requirements

Candidates must have proven cooking experience in a restaurant, banquet, or remote camp and hold a Food Safety Certification. A certificate from a recognized cooking school and Advanced Food Safe Certification are considered assets.

Skills

Food Preparation
Mise En Place
Kitchen Equipment Maintenance
Food Safety
Inventory Rotation
High Volume Production
Cooking Methods
Teamwork
Verbal Communication
Written Communication

Benefits

Overtime Pay
Health Insurance
Vision Care
Dental Care
Travel And Accommodations
Mental Health And Wellness Program
Employment Assistance Program

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Food Safety Certification
Advanced Food Safe
Mise En Place
High Volume Production
Food And Beverage Services
Kitchen Safety
Hospitality
Remote Camp Cooking
Food Rotation
Corporate Standards

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