Second Cook, Full Time

Kitimat, BC, Canada

The hourly wage for this position is $30.55 . · Full-time

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Pay: The hourly wage for this position is $30.55 .
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 25, 2026
Experience: 2+ years proven cooking experience in a banquet, catering or restaurant setting.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

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 Second 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:

2+ years proven cooking experience in a banquet, catering or restaurant setting.
Food Safety Certification required.
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

Pass a Drug & Alcohol Test
Rotation: 5 Days on 2 Days off
Shift: Monday-Thursday 5:30am-2:30pm, Friday 5:30am-4:30pm

Perks

Overtime after 8hr shift
Benefits after 3 months

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 $30.55 . 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

Prepare, pre-cook, and cook food products, including mise en place and other items for high-volume production, while maintaining food quality and following applicable standards and procedures. Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, label and rotate stored products, communicate with operational departments, and promptly report maintenance issues, faulty equipment, or accidents.

Requirements

Requires at least two years of cooking experience in a banquet, catering, or restaurant setting and a Food Safety Certification. Candidates should understand cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures; work accurately and quickly; communicate effectively; and be able to work independently and as part of a team. A certificate from a recognized cooking school is an asset, and passing a drug and alcohol test is required.

Skills

Food Preparation
Cooking
Mise en Place
High-Volume Food Production
Food Safety
Kitchen Equipment Cleaning
Food Storage and Rotation
Communication
Equipment and Maintenance Reporting
Cooking Methods
Ingredient Knowledge
Accuracy
Speed
Teamwork
Independent Work

Benefits

Overtime Pay
Health Benefits
Vision Coverage
Dental Coverage
Mental Health and Wellness Resources
Employment Assistance Program
Learning and Career Opportunities

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Second Cook
Food Preparation
Pre-Cooking
Cooking
Mise en Place
High-Volume Production
Food Quality
Food Safety Certification
Food Safety
Banquet
Catering
Restaurant
Cooking Methods
Ingredients
Kitchen Equipment
Food Storage
Product Labeling
Date Labeling
Food Rotation
Health and Safety Procedures
Operational Communication
Maintenance Reporting
Drug and Alcohol Test
Overtime

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