Cook jobs in Canada

Find cook jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Sep 23, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 3,008
Employers: 640

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.97Across 275 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.53Across 57 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%3,008 listings

Employers hiring include Boston Pizza (139), Chartwell (113), Aramark Canada (101).

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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Boston Pizza
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Added 18 days ago
Cook
Chartwell
Midland, ON
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.…
Added 1 month ago
Cook 1
West Coast Seniors Housing Management Limited Partnership
Summerland, BC
$27.17 to $29.24 CAD / hour
Added 1 month ago
Cook
West Coast Seniors Housing Management Limited Partnership
Courtenay, BC
$29.24 CAD / hour
Added 1 month ago
Lead Cook
West Coast Seniors Housing Management Limited Partnership
Courtenay, BC
Full-time · Temporary
Added 27 days ago
Line Cook
Cineplex
St. John's, NL · Avalon Mall The Rec Room
Part-time
The Cook is responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner. The Cook must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure…
Added 22 days ago
Cook - Casual
Maquise
Calgary, AB
Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 22 days ago
Cook Part Time
Group Compass Ltee
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
Added 22 days ago
Cook
Boston Pizza
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
Added 1 month ago
White Spot Line Cook
White Spot
Brentwood Bay, BC
$19 to $23 USD / hour
Full-time
As a Line Cook, you prepare the unique tasting dishes for which we’re famou
Added 16 days ago
Line Cook, Chateau Jasper
Pursuit Collection
Jasper, AB · CAN - Chateau Jasper
Full-time
Added 1 month ago
Cook, Full Time
Havergal
Toronto, ON
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 21 days ago
Cook Full Time
Cook
NS
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 22 days ago
Cook
Seasons Retirement Communities LP
Wetaskiwin, AB
$18.63 to $21.59 CAD / hour
We’re looking for a Cook. This role is responsible for ensuring the exceptional preparation and delivery of the resident and guest dining experience using production checks and standardized…
Added 24 days ago
Cooks FULL TIME
Boston Pizza
Thunder Bay, ON
$17.6 CAD / hour
Full-time
Added 20 days ago
Cook
Boston Pizza
Calgary, AB
Full-time
Added 22 days ago
Cook 2 (PT)
Coast Hotels
Vancouver, BC
The Cook will contribute to the overall success of the hotel by assisting in food preparation, providing superior customer service and specialized services for the culinary department. This…
Added 15 days ago
Cook
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Cabri, SK
Added 15 days ago
Cook
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Lafleche, SK
Added 19 days ago
Cook
Boston Pizza
Squamish, BC
Full-time
Added 14 days ago
Line Cook
Cineplex
Barrie, ON
Part-time
Cineplex Entertainment, headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, is currently recruiting for the position of Line Cook – The Rec Room Barrie, reporting to the Head Chef, Sous-Chef or Kitchen…
Added 16 days ago
Prep Cook - The Rec Room Barrie Park Place
Cineplex
Barrie, ON
Part-time
Our Cooks are an integral part of the team who provide an exceptional dining experience to each and every guest. The Cook is responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a…
Added 19 days ago
Cook
Aramark
AB · Calgary, AB
Do you love to cook? Are you passionate about food? As a Cook on our team, you’ll help bring recipes to life while being able to flex your creativity! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and…
Added 1 month ago
Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
Fort McMurray, AB
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…
Added 22 days ago
Cook Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.

Compass Group Canada

First Cook, Full Time

Kitimat, BC, Canada

Pay: The hourly wage for this position is $27.25.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 1, 2026
Experience: At least 2 years experience in a banquet, restaurant or camp environment
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 1, 2026

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Original job description

Prepares 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 And 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

Think you have what it takes to be one of our First Cooks? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

At least 2 years experience in a banquet, restaurant or camp environment
Food Safety Certification required.
Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
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

Pass a Drug & Alcohol Test
Shift: 10hr/Day, Monday to Friday
Accepting local applicants only – Kitimat and Terrace

ESS Canada is committed to building meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities and supporting inclusive employment opportunities. Consistent with our Indigenous community partnership commitments and voluntary employment equity initiatives, qualified Indigenous applicants (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) may be given preference in the hiring process. Such applicants are invited to voluntarily self-identify and may be required to confirm a claim of Indigenous identity during the hiring process.

The hourly wage for this position is $27.25. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process. This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

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 are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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

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Responsibilities

Prepares and cooks food products according to corporate standards and guidelines while ensuring high-quality service. Responsible for mise en place, cleaning kitchen equipment, and maintaining proper food storage and rotation.

Requirements

Requires at least 2 years of experience in a banquet, restaurant, or camp environment along with a Food Safety Certification. A certificate from a recognized cooking school and the ability to pass a drug and alcohol test are also required.

Skills

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

Benefits

Health Care Coverage
Vision Care Coverage
Dental Care Coverage
Mental Health and Well-Being Initiative
Employment Assistance Program

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Food Safety Certification
Mise En Place
Banquet Cooking
Restaurant Operations
Camp Environment
Food and Beverage Services
Health and Safety Policies
Kitchen Management
Food Rotation

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