Cook jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,598
Employers: 559

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%2,597 listings

Employers hiring include Chartwell (117), Boston Pizza (113), 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

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cook
Petro-Canada
Cache Creek, BC
- Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Added 18 days ago
Line cook
Recipe Unlimited
Victoria, BC
Line/Prep Cook Opportunity – Be Part of Our Team!
Added 19 days ago
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Cook
Boston Pizza
Yorkton, SK
- Part-time
Added 14 days ago
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cook
Bin 4 Burger Lounge
Nanaimo, BC
- Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Added 5 months ago
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cook
SushiWood Fernie
Fernie, BC
- Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Added 14 days ago
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Lead Cook
Aramark Canada
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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…
Added 19 days ago
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Breakfast Line Cook/Cuisinier du déjeuner
Playground
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
We're actively searching for a skilled Breakfast Line Cook. You'll be a vital part of our culinary team, dedicated to creating delicious morning meals t
Added 17 days ago
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Cook (Part Time)
A New Tomorrow Treatment Solutions Ltd.
Kamloops, BC
- Part-time
Added 14 days ago
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Cook
Aramark Canada
Calgary, AB
- 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 14 days ago
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Cook
Aramark Canada
Edmonton, AB
- 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
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Cook
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Inc.
Calgary, AB
- $16 to $18 CAD / hour
Added 1 month ago
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Second Cook
Dexterra Group
Markham, ON
- Full-time
Added 2 months ago
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cook
Mirage Banquet Hall
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Added 1 month ago
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White Spot Line Cook - Part-Time Varied Shifts
White Spot
Vancouver, BC
- $18.25 to $21.5 USD / hour
- Part-time
As a Line Cook, you prepare the unique tasting dishes for which we’re famou
Added 24 days ago
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Line Cook - Pigeonhole on 17th
Concorde Entertainment Group
Calgary, AB
- Part-time
Pigeonhole on 17th is looking for an experienced Line Cook to fill out their team on a part-time permanent basis. The Line Cook is responsible for several functions including, but not…
Added 1 month ago
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Cook Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Winnipeg, MB · Greater Winnipeg Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 23 days ago
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Cook I - Casual
Providence Living
Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
Added 20 days ago
Back of House - Line Cook
Northland Properties
Edmonton, AB
…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 19 days ago
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Cook
Chartwell
Kamloops, 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…
Added 18 days ago
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Cook
Boston Pizza
AB · Rocky View, AB
- Full-time
Boston Pizza CrossIron Mills is hiring Experienced Cook to join our kitchen team. We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride…
Added 22 days ago
Tavern - Line Cook
Northland Properties
Winnipeg, MB
Added 15 days ago
CG
Lead Cook, Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Halifax, NS · Greater Halifax Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 14 days ago
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Prep Cook, Armani Caffè (FT)
Giorgio Armani
Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
As a Prep Cook at Armani Caffè, you will be part of a diverse culinary and service team committed to creating an exceptional guest experience rooted in warmth, authenticity, precision, and…
Added 1 month ago
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Prep Cook, Full Time
Compass Group Canada
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
Added 22 days ago
Line Cook - Kelowna Airport (Year-Round)
SSP
Kelowna, BC

Extendicare

Cook 2

Viking, AB, Canada

Part-time

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Job details

Job type: Part-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 18, 2026

Original job description

Job Description

Mission:

Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services or Dietary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.

Key Responsibilities:

To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees;
To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively;
To ensure use of proper food handling techniques;
To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form;
To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /speciality diets according to planned menus;
To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place;
To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments;
To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget;
To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures;
To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days;
To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions;
To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;
To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate
Red Seal Certificate preferred
Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting
Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating
Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets
Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift
Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset
Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

What Extendicare has to offer:

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
Employee Family Assistance Program.
Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Time Type:

Part time

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

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Responsibilities

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and delivery of meals for residents, guests, and employees while adhering to therapeutic diet requirements and food safety regulations. They must also conduct daily temperature audits and ensure all culinary operations comply with facility policies and health legislation.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Food Handler's Certificate and have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting. A Red Seal Certificate is preferred, and applicants must be physically capable of lifting heavy items and standing for the duration of their shift.

Skills

Food preparation
Food handling techniques
Therapeutic diets
Specialty diets
Menu planning
Temperature auditing
Large quantity cooking
Health and safety compliance
Quality improvement
Standardized recipes
Budget management
Time management

Benefits

Continuous mentorship
Support for life-long learning
Growth opportunities
Employee Family Assistance Program
Robust benefits package

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Food Handler's Certificate
Red Seal Certificate
Long-term care
Healthcare
Retirement setting
Therapeutic diets
Specialty diets
Food safety
Temperature audits
Culinary services
Dietary department
Vulnerable Sector Check
Criminal Background Check
Canada's Food Guide
Provincial Food Premises Regulation
Quality Improvement Program
Menu production
Food preparation

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