Cook jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,703
Employers: 532

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $20.03Across 257 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: <1%1 listing
On-site: >99%2,702 listings

Employers hiring include Chartwell (116), Boston Pizza (111), 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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Grill Cook Full Time
Compass Group Canada
St. John's, NL · Greater St. John's Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Cook - Full Time / Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Winnipeg, MB · Greater Winnipeg Metropolitan Area
Full-time · Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Cook PT
EHN Canada
Lumsden, SK
$20 to $25 CAD / hour
Full-time
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Cook (Full-time)
Century Group
Delta, BC
Full-time
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Second Cook/ Salad Maker, Full Time
ESS Compass
Dubreuilville, ON
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Breakfast Cook - Queen's Cross Food Hall
Oliver & Bonacini
Toronto, ON
Full-time
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Back of House - Prep Cook
Northland Properties
Vancouver, BC
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Cook
Chartwell
Windsor, ON
Full-time
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$22.11 CAD / hour
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Cook
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Cabri, SK
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Grill Cook Full Time
Group Compass Ltee
London, ON
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Grill Cook Part Time
Group Compass Ltee
London, ON
Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Cook
Chartwell
London, ON
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…
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Line Cook
Pure Canadian Gaming Corp.
Calgary, AB
Full-time
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Cook - Full Time / Part Time
Maquise
Winnipeg, MB
Full-time · Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Prince Albert, SK
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Join our Prince Albert #BrewCrew - the place where Top Talent wants to be! We’re looking for a casual Line Cook who is passionate about creating amazing dishes that keep our guests coming…
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Cook, Full Time, Seasonal
Havergal
Summerland, BC
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Cook 2
Canad Inns
Winnipeg, MB
The primary purpose of the position is to efficiently act as a culinary artist. The Cook 2 is creative and cost-efficient within all Outlet or Banquet Kitchen's. The Cook 2 will also…
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Cook 3
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…for the kitchen, representing all Outlets and Canad Inns. The Cook 3 (Buffet Attendant/Prep Cook) serves the public with a professional, friendly and upbeat attitude. The Cook 3 (Buffet…
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Chartwell
Toronto, ON
Full-time
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Cook, Full Time
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Sudbury, ON
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
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Viaggio Hospitality Group
Vancouver, BC
$20 to $23 CAD / hour
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Compass Canada
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
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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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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

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

Visa sponsorship

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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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