Cook jobs in Canada

Find cook jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Oct 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,672
Employers: 531

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $20.02Across 259 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.58Across 59 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%2,671 listings

Employers hiring include Chartwell (115), Boston Pizza (110), 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

Cook jobs in Canada

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Added 13 days ago
Cook 3 | Full Time | Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre
Silver Hotel Group
Thunder Bay, ON
Full-time
We are currently recruiting a Cook 3 to work at our Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre location in Thunder Bay, ON to take its food and beverage operation to the next level. As a member of…
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Cook PT
Edgewood Health Network Inc
Francis No. 127, SK
$20 to $25 CAD / hour
Part-time
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COOK, PART-TIME
Lifetimes Limited Partn
Gravenhurst, ON
$18.15 CAD / hour
Part-time
The Cook reports to the Culinary Services Manager and is expected to demonstrate commitment to resident safety by providing high-quality care in
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Certified Cook I (2026-10802)
Verve Senior Living
Newmarket, ON
Part-time
Added 13 days ago
Certified Cook I (2026-10801)
Verve Senior Living
Toronto, ON · North York, ON
Part-time
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Back of House - Prep Cook
Moxies
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
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Cook, Part Time
Havergal
Toronto, ON
Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 14 days ago
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.
Added 14 days ago
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.
Added 13 days ago
Cook PT
EHN Canada
Lumsden, SK
$20 to $25 CAD / hour
Full-time
Added 14 days ago
Cook (Full-time)
Century Group
Delta, BC
Full-time
Added 14 days ago
Second Cook/ Salad Maker, Full Time
ESS Compass
Dubreuilville, ON
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 14 days ago
Breakfast Cook - Queen's Cross Food Hall
Oliver & Bonacini
Toronto, ON
Full-time
Added 14 days ago
Back of House - Prep Cook
Northland Properties
Vancouver, BC
Added 14 days ago
Cook
Chartwell
Windsor, ON
Full-time
Are you passionate about creating delicious meals that bring joy to others? As a Cook at Chartwell, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to our residents.…
Added 14 days ago
Cook
TO Live
Toronto, ON
$22.11 CAD / hour
Full-time
TO Live’s Patron and Events Services department is currently accepting applications for the role of Prep Cook.
Added 14 days ago
Cook
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Cabri, SK
Added 14 days ago
Grill Cook Full Time
Group Compass Ltee
London, ON
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 14 days ago
Grill Cook Part Time
Group Compass Ltee
London, ON
Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 14 days ago
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…
Added 14 days ago
Line Cook
Pure Canadian Gaming Corp.
Calgary, AB
Full-time
Were looking for the next great Line Cook that specializes in Asian cuisine! This Line Cook will report to the Head Chef and assist the Food & Beverage Team in providing "excellent quality"…
Added 14 days ago
Cook - Full Time / Part Time
Maquise
Winnipeg, MB
Full-time · Part-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 14 days ago
Line Cook
Co-op
Prince Albert, SK
Part-time
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…
Added 14 days ago
Cook, Full Time, Seasonal
Havergal
Summerland, BC
Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 14 days ago
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…

ESS Compass

Second Cook/ Salad Maker, Full Time

Dubreuilville, ON, P0S 1B0, Canada

Pay: The hourly wage for this position is $20.25.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 17, 2026

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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 Cook/ Salad Makers? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
Food Safety Certification required.
Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
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
Pass a Criminal Record Check
Shift: 10hr/Day
Rotation: 20 Days on/10 Days off

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 $20.25. 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.

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Responsibilities

Prepares food products according to corporate standards and maintains kitchen cleanliness and equipment safety. Ensures efficient production through proper mise en place and effective communication with operational departments.

Requirements

Requires a professional cooking certificate and food safety certification along with proven cooking experience. Candidates must pass a drug and alcohol test and a criminal record check.

Skills

Food preparation
Mise en place
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Food safety
Inventory rotation
Communication
Cooking methods
Teamwork
Time management
Sanitation

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Keywords

Second Cook
Salad Maker
Food Safety Certification
Mise en place
Culinary
Kitchen Equipment
Food Preparation
Inventory Management
Health and Safety
Cooking School
Full Time
Rotation
Indigenous Employment
Food Service

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