Cook jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 4, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,615
Employers: 563

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.99Across 252 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%2,614 listings

Employers hiring include Chartwell (117), Boston Pizza (114), Compass Group Canada (77).

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

Cook jobs in Canada

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Cook - Casual
Compass Group Canada
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
- Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Part-Time l Assistant Cook l Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown
Silver Hotel Group
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
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TS
Part-time Cook
Thermea Spa Village
Whitby, ON
- Part-time
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CG
Prep Cook, Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Edmonton, AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- Part-time
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MB
Line Cook - Montana's 130th Ave
Montanas BBQ & Bar
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Montana's is hiring a Line Cook at our 130th Ave location!
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SC
Prep Cook
Sodexo Canada Ltd
Otterburne, MB
- Full-time
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Cook Level I - Casual
Optima Living
Maple Ridge, BC
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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
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Cook
Boston Pizza
Hamilton, ON
- $17.6 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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CG
Cook - Full-Time/Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Part-time
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CG
Grill Cook, Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
- Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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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.
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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…
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Cook (Full Time)
Wing Kei Care Centres
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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PC
Full Time Line Cook
Pure Canadian Gaming Corp.
Lethbridge, AB
- Full-time
We're looking for the next great Line Cook! This Line Cook will report to the Head Chef and assist the Food & Beverage Team in providing "excellent quality" and "dynamic presentation" of…
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Lead Cook
Aramark
Toronto, ON
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…
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CE
Line Cook - Sweet Loretta
Concorde Entertainment Group
Calgary, AB
- Part-time
Sweet Loretta is looking for experienced a Line Cook to fill out their team on a part-time permanent basis. The Line Cook is responsible for several functions including, but not limited to,…
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Full-Time Cook- 6:30am-2:30pm/11am-7pm
Cogir Senior Living
Edmonton, AB · Glenora Park
- Full-time
Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Cook is re
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First Cook
Dexterra Group
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Lead Cook
Aramark
ON · Toronto, ON
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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AR
Cook
Atria Retirement Canada - Victoria Park
AB
- Part-time
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HB
Prep Cook - Seasonal Part-Time
Horseshoe Bay Resort
Rossland, BC
- Part-time
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Second Cook - Seasonal Part-Time
Horseshoe Bay Resort
Rossland, BC
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HB
First Cook - Seasonal Full-Time
Horseshoe Bay Resort
Rossland, BC
- Full-time

Dexterra Group

First Cook

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 31, 2026

Original job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

Job Description

WHAT’S THE JOB?

The First Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking all main meals as per requirements; and ensuring all meals are prepared and served on time to the highest standards of Horizon North.

This position is safety sensitive and requires drug, alcohol and fit to work testing as a condition of employment.

Your Work Will Include

Cook a variety of appetizing meals which includes: meats, seafood, soups, poultry, vegetables and other food items
Use all kinds of cooking method to prepare top quality food including deep-frying, pan-frying, broiling, baking, boiling, grilling, sautéing, steaming and other methods
Ensure that all meals are prepared within the allocated food budget
Ensure consistency in food delivery including cooking, handling, storing and labeling products in accordance with FOODSAFE standards
Perform other duties in final food presentation including plating and garnishing
Operate all kinds of commercial and non-commercial kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, steamers, grills, broilers and other equipment
Assist in menu planning, inventory counts and grocery orders
Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of dining room and kitchen areas

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered.
Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
Must have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen i.e: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests;
FoodSafe Level I is minimum. SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification is an asset.
Knowledge of Computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sysco, Outlook)
Successful candidate MUST obtain a 80% make or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

Additional Information

Dexterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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Responsibilities

The First Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of high-quality main meals according to standards and budgets. Duties include operating commercial kitchen equipment, managing inventory, and ensuring strict adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of hospitality experience and a strong background in various kitchen areas including hot/cold kitchens and butchery. A FoodSafe Level I certification is required, and candidates must pass a mandatory WHMIS test.

Skills

Meal Preparation
Cooking Methods
Food Budgeting
FoodSafe Standards
Plating and Garnishing
Kitchen Equipment Operation
Menu Planning
Inventory Management
Sanitation
Butchery
Pastry and Bakery
Banqueting
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Outlook
WHMIS

Benefits

Extended Health Benefits
Dental Benefits

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

FoodSafe Level I
SafeCheck
HACCP
WHMIS
Hospitality
Commercial Kitchen
Food Safety
Inventory Control
Sysco
Menu Planning
Butchery
Banquets
Food Presentation
Sanitation

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