Cook jobs in Metro Vancouver A, BC and nearby

Cook jobs within 25 km of Metro Vancouver A, BC, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Sep 18, 2026

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Open jobs: 162
Employers: 63

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $21.57Across 24 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $18.56Across 17 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%162 listings

Employers hiring include White Spot (17), Cactus Club Cafe (10), LOCAL Public Eatery (8).

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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 Metro Vancouver A, BC and nearby

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Cook III - Part-time Weekends Breakfast Cook
Marriott
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food…
Cook Prep (3rd Cook) - St. George’s School, Vancouver
Sodexo Canada Ltd
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
3rd cook full time position - St. George’s School, Vancouver
Cook
Aramark Canada
Vancouver, BC
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…
Cook
Dexterra Group
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
cook
Hawksworth Restaurant Group
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
first cook
Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
assistant cook
Denny’s Canada
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and f
Line Cook (Part-Time, Contract)
Vancouver Aquarium
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
cook
Korean Air
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
cook
The Flying Pig
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Cook
Aramark
Vancouver, BC
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…
Cook 1
Retirement Concepts
Vancouver, BC
$27.56 CAD / hour
Temporary
Cook
Dexterra
Vancouver, BC
$21 to $24 CAD / hour
Full-time
Pastry Cook III
Marriott
Vancouver, BC
Part-time
…microwaves, and fryers to prepare foods. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and…
Cook
Aramark
Vancouver, BC
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…
Cook 3 (PT)
Coast Hotels
Vancouver, BC
The Cook will contribute to the overall success of the hotel by assisting in food preparation, providing superior customer service and specialized services for the culinary department. This…
Cook BC
Sunrise Senior Living
North Vancouver, BC
Part-time
As a Cook, you prepare high-quality meals that support residents’ health and enjoyment while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.
Cook 1
West Coast Seniors Housing Management Limited Partnership
Vancouver, BC
$27.56 CAD / hour
Closing Line Cook - LOCAL Public Eatery, Gastown
LOCAL Public Eatery
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Prep Cook - LOCAL Public Eatery, Gastown
LOCAL Public Eatery
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Line Cook / Prep Cook - LOCAL Public Eatery, Kitsilano
LOCAL Public Eatery
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Line Cook / Prep Cook - LOCAL Public Eatery, River District
LOCAL Public Eatery
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Third Cook
Marriott
Burnaby, BC
Part-time
Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food…
Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
Vancouver, BC
$18.25 to $22.75 CAD / hour
Part-time
We are looking for motivated Cooks to enhance our kitchen team. As a Cook, you have a passion for food and hospitality, a commitment to excellence, and a desire to learn and grow. We’ll…
Line Cook / Kitchen Leader - JOEY Bentall
JOEY Restaurant Group
Vancouver, BC
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…

Retirement Concepts

Cook 1

Vancouver, BC, Canada
Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area, Canada

Pay: $27.56 CAD / hour
Job type: Temporary

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Responsibilities

The Cook 1 is responsible for preparing nourishing and visually appealing meals for residents and staff while adhering to dietary needs and food safety regulations. The role also involves coordinating workflow, managing inventory, and supervising department production in the absence of the supervisor.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma, a recognized Cooks Training program certification, and 2-3 years of culinary experience, preferably in healthcare. Required certifications include Food Safe Level 1, with Red Seal and Serving it Right certifications considered assets.

Experience

2 to 5 years

Education

high school
professional certificate

Working hours

40 hours per week

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

Therapeutic Diets
Food Safety Regulations
Inventory Management
Menu Planning
Sanitation Standards
Staff Supervision
Collaborative Teamwork
Organizational Skills
Time Management
Infection Control
Budget Adherence

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Keywords

Food Safe Level 1
Red Seal Certificate
Serving It Right
Provincial Food Premises Regulation
Canada's Food Guide
Therapeutic Diets
Healthcare Food Service
Inventory Control
Sanitation
Vulnerable Sector Check
Menu Substitution
Production Sheets
Culinary Arts

Original job description

This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

About Us

At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About The Role

The Cook 1 reports to the Head Chef or designate is responsible for the daily preparation of all nourishing, and visually appealing meals for residents, guests and staff. This role ensures that the changing dietary needs of the person served throughout the community are met and safe food handling methods are followed.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Include but not limited to:

Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
Review menus and production sheets before preparing.
Ensure use of proper food handling techniques, based on food safe regulations.
Complete daily temperature checks for hot and cold food.
Complete daily temperature audits for fridges, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form.
Prepare and serve foods for therapeutic or specialty diets according to planned menus.
Make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in the designated Food Substitution Log in Sheet.
Coordinates the work flow and provides direction to designated staff related to the production, delivery and clean up of meals for assigned area.
Performs ordering and receiving of consumables items according to established purchasing procedures and polices. Maintains consumable inventory utilizing methods to minimize spoilage and waste.
Adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments.
Follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget.
Participate actively in planning and preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through:

accident prevention,
knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations,
the safe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs are necessary, and
Utilizing infection control procedures

Participate in organizational planning related to Food Services by providing input in the menus, implementation, schedules and other initiatives to ensure a high standard of Food Services.
In the absence of the supervisor, is responsible for the supervision of department production and service, staff, including direction of staff, interdepartmental communications, and emergencies.
Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills

Grade 12; or equivalent.
Graduation from a recognized Cooks Training program or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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.
Minimum of 2-3 years’ culinary experience.
Food Safe Level 1 Certificate - Level 2 an asset.
Red Seal Certificate preferred.
Serving it Right certification an asset.
Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards.
Some supervisory experience an asset.
All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
Demonstrates creativity, attention to detail and organizational skills with ability to delegate.
Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.
Demonstrates collaborative and team working skills.
Ability to work independently and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.

West Coast Seniors Housing Management

is an equal opportunity employer.

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