Cook jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 28, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,799
Employers: 520

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $20.10Across 270 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.57Across 60 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%2,799 listings

Employers hiring include Boston Pizza (137), Chartwell (117), Aramark Canada (97).

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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Added 2 months ago
Second Cook, Full Time
ESS Compass
ON
Full-time
The Second Cook is responsible for preparing food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality…
Added 2 months ago
First Cook, Full Time
ESS Compass
ON
Full-time
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…
Added 2 months ago
Cook (Full Time)
Granite Club
Toronto, ON · North York, ON
Full-time
The Granite Club is looking for a full time Cook who will be responsible for running a station in any kitchen outlet independently. An individual in this position will be able to handle…
Added 15 days ago
Second Cook
Crescent Hotels & Resorts
Saint John, NB
Full-time
Added 15 days ago
Cook
Wickaninnish Inn
Tofino, BC
Full-time
Join our Culinary team as a Cook, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Châteaux property recognized by Forbes, Michelin Key, AAA Four Diamond, and Travel &…
Added 15 days ago
Back of House - Line Cook
Sandman Hotel Group
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
…upbeat, and hard-working people to join our team. As a Line Cook, you can craft your skills and gain experience working in a fast-paced, structured environment. While learning from an…
Added 3 months ago
Prep Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
Edmonton, Alberta
$17 to $19 CAD / hour
Full-time
We are looking for motivated Prep Cooks to join our kitchen team and bring our dishes to life each day. As a Prep Cook, you’ll work primarily morning shifts (7am–3pm / 8am–4pm), preparing…
Added 3 months ago
Commissary Production Prep Cook and Driver
Impact Kitchen
Toronto, Ontario
Full-time
Added 3 months ago
Cook - casual
COGIR Real Estate
Burlington, Ontario
Part-time
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Grill Cook - JOEY Eau Claire
JOEY Restaurant Group
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
As a grill cook, you are a skilled multi-tasker. You deliver with consistency and precision and understand exactly what the guest expects. In this role, you will follow specifications and…
Added 3 months ago
Cook
Out West Restaurant Group
Ontario · Ontario, Canada
Full-time
Added 3 months ago
Line Cook / Prep Cook - JOEY Eau Claire
JOEY Restaurant Group
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
As a Line Cook, you are responsible for preparing and delivering world-class culinary experiences to our guests with genuine warmth and care. You operate with consistency and precision…
Added 3 months ago
Prep Cook (Casual Position)
Park Place Seniors Living, Inc.
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Part-time
Under the direction of the Cook and/or Food Services Manager, the Assistant Cook
Added 3 months ago
Closing Line Cook - JOEY Crowfoot
JOEY Restaurant Group
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
As a Closing Night Cook, you are responsible for preparing and delivering world-class culinary experiences to our guests with genuine warmth and care. You operate with consistency and…
Added 3 months ago
Cook
Topgolf
King, Ontario
Full-time
Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes and menu specifications.
Added 3 months ago
Closing Line Cook - JOEY Barlow
JOEY Restaurant Group
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
As a Closing Night Cook, you are responsible for preparing and delivering world-class culinary experiences to our guests with genuine warmth and care. You operate with consistency and…
Added 3 months ago
Grill Cook - JOEY Barlow
JOEY Restaurant Group
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
As a grill cook, you are a skilled multi-tasker. You deliver with consistency and precision and understand exactly what the guest expects. In this role, you will follow specifications and…
Added 3 months ago
Line Cook / Prep Cook - JOEY Chinook
JOEY Restaurant Group
Calgary, Alberta
Full-time
As a Line Cook, you are responsible for preparing and delivering world-class culinary experiences to our guests with genuine warmth and care. You operate with consistency and precision…
Added 3 months ago
Cook
Aramark Canada
Ottawa, Ontario
Full-time
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 2 months ago
3rd Line Cook - Molson Hockey House
Calgary Stampeder Football Club
Calgary, AB
Part-time
The Third Line Cook is responsible for assisting with day to day operations of the kitchen i
Added 2 months ago
1st Line Cook - Molson Hockey House
Calgary Stampeder Football Club
Calgary, AB
Part-time
The First Line Cook is responsible for assisting with day-to-day operations of the kitchen t
Added 2 months ago
2nd Line Cook - Molson Hockey House
Calgary Stampeder Football Club
Calgary, AB
Part-time
Added 2 months ago
Assistant Cook
Homewood Health Centre
Guelph, ON
Part-time
As an Assistant Cook, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team focused on delivering seamless food service to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is…
Added 2 months ago
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Cantina del Centro
Revelstoke, BC
Full-time
Added 2 months ago
Cook
Chartwell
Burnaby, BC
Part-time
As a Cook you will be responsible to prepare high-quality meals to meet the nutritional needs of the residents and guests, while consistently maintaining the relevant health, hygiene, and…

Dexterra Group

Second Cook

Orillia, ON, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 2 years of experience creating dishes and serving customers in a high volume restaurant, cafeteria, or café
Posting language: English
Posted: Jun 16, 2026

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Original job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the general supervision of the Chef Manager, the Cook is a staff member with culinary training who assists in the

preparing meals and daily specials for cafe dining and catering events, trains team members in best practices, participates

in cost controlling measures, and serves customers ensuring the highest quality of food and service standards.

Perform preparation, cooking, and serving duties for meals, daily specials, and catered events as per

recipe standards for items such as: soups, salads, starches, meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, and desserts

Utilize various preparation methods such as: roasting, grilling, steaming, poaching, boiling, and baking
Adhere to all required safety regulations and procedures while preparing food including:
Using proper techniques when using the tools, supplies, and equipment provided (i.e. knives,

ovens, cleaning materials)

Wearing and correctly using proper personal protective equipment (i.e. non-slip shoes, cutresistant gloves)
Monitoring equipment and notifying appropriate parties of malfunctioning or in need of repair

equipment

Complying with FoodSafe and/or ServeSafe standards including the recording of all time

temperature sensitive food items

Following all Health and Safety and sanitation policies and procedures as set by applicable

legislation and company policies

Acting in an advisory capacity to the Sous Chef/Chef Manager, make suggestions for menu planning and

costing that takes into consideration dish popularity, cost to produce, and seasonal trends

Assist with leading a team by delegating tasks, coaching, and ensuring best practices are followed, while

providing additional support where necessary

Ensure high levels of product quality and customer satisfaction while contributing to a work environment

conducive to learning and team and organizational success

Assist in controlling costs of the location by taking measures such as:
Adequately maintaining the levels of inventory
Complying with maintenance of food rotation in storage in order to minimize spoilage and waste

(First in, First out)

Adhering to portioning of food items standards to ensure recipe yield meets quantity and budget

expectations

Suggesting dishes that take advantage of seasonal availability
Examine work stations to organize them in a way that ensures maximum productivity and

efficiency

Achieve the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation during the food preparation process

in all work areas, including the kitchen, fridges and freezers, front and back of house, and all related

equipment

Remain an ambassador of goodwill, ethics, and great client relations at all times on behalf of Dana

Hospitality

Maintains speed of service standards

Created: January 2010

Updated: September 2018

Listens to customers (internal and external) and responds professionally to all questions and concerns,

directing concerns to further levels of management as needed

Other duties as assigned

Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

Completion of post secondary culinary training
2 years of experience creating dishes and serving customers in a high volume restaurant, cafeteria, or café

setting

ServeSafe and/or FoodSafe certified with thorough knowledge of all health and safety regulations

pertaining to the food preparation/service industry

Experience leading high performance teams with a track record of producing results while motivating

team members an asset

Excellent culinary tastes and an artistic flair for creating unique meals and appealing presentations
Demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional customer service in a timely manner
Consultative skills for communicating continuous improvement opportunities tactfully
Responsible, self-motivated, and hard working with a solid work ethic,willing to take the extra step

needed to deliver exceptional service

Work accurately and in an efficient manner while managing multiple tasks and priorities
Highly organized with a strong focus and commitment to quality
Ability to work in a team based environment with high levels of cooperation, willing to support other

team members in their roles

Physical Requirements

Reach and lift between 0-10 pounds from floor to shoulder height
Frequent standing and walking required
Grip and hold utensils
Able to work in hot or cold temperatures

Career Progression Possibilities

Sous Chef
Supervisor
Catering

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
Employee Referral Program!
Career advancement opportunities.
Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Dexterra Group 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 Second Cook assists the Chef Manager in preparing meals and daily specials, trains team members, and ensures high food quality and service standards. They also participate in cost control measures and maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed post-secondary culinary training and possess at least 2 years of experience in a high-volume food service environment. Certification in ServeSafe and/or FoodSafe is required, along with strong leadership and customer service skills.

Skills

Culinary Training
Food Preparation
Customer Service
Team Leadership
Menu Planning
Cost Control
Food Safety
Sanitation
Cooking Techniques
Inventory Management
Time Management
Communication
Problem Solving
Creativity
Organization
Collaboration

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Keywords

Culinary Training
Food Preparation
Customer Service
Team Leadership
Menu Planning
Cost Control
Food Safety
Sanitation
Cooking Techniques
Inventory Management
Time Management
Communication
Problem Solving
Creativity
Organization
Collaboration

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