Cook jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 26, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 3,000
Employers: 642

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.97Across 270 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.52Across 58 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%3,000 listings

Employers hiring include Boston Pizza (143), Chartwell (115), Aramark Canada (100).

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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Dexterra

First Cook

Highway 97, Fort St. John, BC, Canada

Pay: $20 to $20.5 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 15, 2026

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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

WHAT’S THE JOB?
Based in a world class Dexterra Group camp facility, the regular shift for this position is 20 days on and 10 days off, with 10 - 12 hour workdays. Transportation will be provided to site from select dispatch locations.

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

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
Minimum 1 year prior experience as a Sous Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or camps, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
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, GFS ordering, Outlook)
Successful candidate MUST obtain a 80% make or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

Additional Information

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.

Compensation: CAD 20 - CAD 20.50 - hourly

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Responsibilities

The First Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking main meals to high standards while ensuring food budget and safety compliance. They also assist with menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in the food service industry, including 1 year as a Sous Chef. A FoodSafe Level I certification is required, along with the ability to pass drug, alcohol, and fit-to-work testing.

Skills

Cooking
Menu planning
Inventory management
Food safety
Kitchen sanitation
Plating
Garnishing
Butchery
Pastry
Bakery
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Sysco
GFS ordering
Outlook
WHMIS

Benefits

Stability
Diversity and inclusion
Camaraderie
Employee recognition
Work-life balance

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Keywords

First Cook
Hospitality
Food Service
Sous Chef
Camp Facility
FoodSafe
HACCP
SafeCheck
WHMIS
Kitchen Equipment
Inventory
Menu Planning
Butchery
Pastry
Bakery
Safety Sensitive
Commercial Kitchen
Food Preparation
Sanitation
Cuisine

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