First Cook jobs in Canada

As of November 6, 2026, Jobsy lists 32 first cook jobs in Canada. The median advertised pay is $24.50 an hour (from 14 postings). The most active employers are Days Hospitality Limited, Career Opportunities and Alterra Mountain Company. Skills often requested: cooking, communication skills, food handler certificate and sanitation.

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• 1d

  First Cook

  Toronto, ON

  AC

  Attraction Canada Limited

  3+ YOECandidates need at least three to five years of cooking experience and a secondary school diploma. A culinary diploma or cook's trade certification and a Food Handler's Certificate are preferred. Strong teamwork, the ability to take orders under interruptions, and food safety knowledge are expected.

  Stations

• 3d

  First Cook

  Kingston, ON

  A

  Aramark

  1+ YOECandidates need prior cooking experience, knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods and food safety rules, and basic math skills. Clear written and verbal communication and the ability to work varied shifts are also required.

  ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, knives

• 4d

  First Cook (Fly In- Fly Out)

  Edmonton, AB +1

  $375/day

  

  Matrix Camps and Logistics: Matrix is a national company providing camps, logistics and aviation management in every active exploration region of Canada.

  3+ YOECandidates need at least three years working as a First Cook in a remote camp, plus strong organization, communication and conflict resolution skills. They must lift 50 lbs, stand for long shifts, and work a rotation schedule. Food Safe, WHMIS, culinary diploma and Red Seal are preferred.

  Computer

• 7d

  First Cook

  Mississauga, ON

  On-siteFull Time

  H

  Hilton

  Candidates need a passion for hospitality, a team-focused and accountable attitude, and the ability to handle complex recipes and direct other cooks. Food safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness compliance are expected.

  Quality control, Food service operations, Food handling, Regulatory compliance, Sanitation, Leadership

• 8d

  First Cook

  London, ON

  Full Time

  

  Sifton Properties Limited

  Candidates need prior line cook or similar restaurant, hotel or club experience and solid knowledge of culinary technique and food safety. They must read B.E.O.s, organize well during high-volume service, and be flexible with evenings, weekends and holidays.

  Attention to detail, Clean equipment, Sanitation, Cooking, Food safety, Leadership

• 9d

  First Cook

  Saskatoon, SK

  Part Time

  MP

  McClure Place Association Inc.

  Candidates need a solid work ethic, punctuality and teamwork skills. A Food Safety Certificate and a criminal record check with vulnerable sector search are required.

  Work as a team, Food service operations, Vulnerable sector check, Food safety

• 11d

  First Cook

  Calgary, AB

  

  Days Hospitality Limited

  3+ YOECandidates need three to five years of culinary experience in a high-volume kitchen, plus a Red Seal or comparable experience. Serving it Right (BC) or ProServe (AB) certification is also asked for, along with strong organization and the ability to work well under pressure.

  Inspection, Communication skills, Cooking, Food engineering, Food service operations, Sanitation

  14d

  First Cook

  Calgary, AB

  

  Days Hospitality Limited

  3+ YOECandidates need three to five years of culinary experience in a high-volume kitchen, plus a Red Seal or comparable experience. Serving it Right (BC) or ProServe (AB) certification is also asked for, along with strong organization and the ability to work well under pressure.

  Inspection, Communication skills, Cooking, Food engineering, Food service operations, Sanitation

  24d

  First Cook

  Calgary, AB

  

  Days Hospitality Limited

  3+ YOECandidates need three to five years of culinary experience in a high-volume kitchen, plus a Red Seal or comparable experience. Serving it Right (BC) or ProServe (AB) certification is also asked for, along with strong organization and the ability to work well under pressure.

  Inspection, Communication skills, Cooking, Food engineering, Food service operations, Sanitation

• 22d

  First Cook

  Edmonton, AB

  $23–$25/hrFull Time

  

  TORCH REMOTE CAMPS

  5+ YOECandidates need food safe certification and experience in camps or large banquet kitchens, with journeyman or Red Seal certification an asset. They must read and write English, use computers, operate industrial kitchen equipment, and ideally have remote camp experience.

  Grills, Ovens, Fryers, Mixers, Industrial kitchen equipment, Computer

• 24d

  First Cook

  Nanaimo, BC

  

  Coast Hotels

  3+ YOECandidates need at least 3 years of 2nd cook experience or equivalent, Food Safe Level I and WHMIS, and a high school diploma. They must work well in a fast-paced team, communicate in English, and handle standing, bending and lifting up to 30 lbs.

  Food preparation, Customer service, Cooking, Food safety, Food Handler Certificate, WHMIS

• 24d

  First Cook (Winter)

  Panorama, BC

  Temporary

  

  Panorama Mountain Village

  3+ YOECandidates need at least three years of progressive experience in a high-volume kitchen and experience leading other cooks. They should know hot cooking and sauces, have worked several stations, and be able to lift 50 lbs.

  broiler

• 25d

  First cook

  Laval, QC

  $33.40/hrFull Time

  SL

  Sheraton Laval

  5+ YOECandidates need a MAPAQ certification, a culinary diploma and five years as a professional cook, including high-volume banquet kitchen work. They must work well under production pressure, be organized and autonomous, and communicate fluently in French, orally and in writing.

  Attention to detail, Cooking, Cleaning, Regulatory compliance, Organizational skills, Communication skills

• 26d

  First Cook

  British Columbia

  Full Time

  

  Alterra Mountain Company: About Alterra Mountain Company

  1+ YOECandidates need a Food Safe Certificate and at least 1 year of experience preparing sauces, soups, sandwiches and charcuterie, plus 1 year in a fast-paced kitchen. Post-secondary hospitality training and luxury or fine-dining background are preferred.

  Radio

  26d

  First Cook, Valemount

  British Columbia

  RemoteFull Time

  

  Alterra Mountain Company: About Alterra Mountain Company

  2+ YOECMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures needs candidates with a Food Safe certificate and at least 2 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen, including preparing sauces, soups and sandwiches. Hospitality education and luxury or fine dining background are preferred.

  radio

• 27d

  First Cook

  Alberta

  $20.60–$22.70/hrFull Time

  

  Pomeroy Lodging LP

  1+ YOECandidates need at least 1 to 2 years of commercial cooking experience. They must be able to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and work hot, fast-paced kitchens on flexible schedules.

  Ovens, Stock pots, Sheet pans, Hotel pans, Walk-in coolers, Freezers

• 28d

  First Cook

  Rossland, BC

  $24–$26/hrFull Time

  CH

  Crescent Hotels

  Candidates need strong culinary skills, good organization and leadership ability, and a thorough understanding of kitchen and restaurant operations. Food safety certification and a passion for hospitality are expected.

  Banquet event orders

• 28d

  First Cook

  Surrey, BC

  $27.06/hrPart Time

  

  Sienna Senior Living

  3+ YOECandidates need at least 3 years of hospitality or seniors living experience, a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and strong English communication skills. A Red Seal or culinary diploma, large-batch and catering experience, and a passed criminal record check are also expected.

  Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Food ordering systems

  28d

  First Cook

  Surrey, BC

  $27.06/hrPart Time

  

  Sienna Senior Living

  3+ YOECandidates need at least 3 years of hospitality or seniors living experience, a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and strong English communication skills. A Red Seal or culinary diploma is an asset, and the role requires a criminal records check.

  Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Food ordering systems

• 29d

  First Cook

  Alberta

  Full Time

  

  River Cree Resort & Casino

  2+ YOECandidates need two to three years as a second cook, with a second-year apprenticeship preferred, and a high school diploma is preferred. They must handle stress in a fast-paced kitchen, work with limited supervision, pay close attention to detail and work flexible shifts.

  Health and safety, Attention to detail

  29d

  First Cook (Hell's Kitchen)

  Alberta

  

  River Cree Resort & Casino

  2+ YOECandidates need at least 18 months of experience in a working kitchen, the ability to handle stress and work with limited supervision, and strong attention to detail. A high school diploma, culinary post-secondary training and food safety certification are preferred assets.

  Cooking, Food preparation, Sanitation, Health and safety, Attention to detail, Food safety

• 29d

  First Cook

  Kelowna, BC

  $21.10–$22.15/hrFull Time

  

  Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport

  2+ YOECandidates need a Food Safe certificate, WHMIS training and at least two years of first cook experience in a fast-paced hotel restaurant. Good communication skills and a positive attitude are also expected.

  Cooking, Health and safety, Communication skills, Food Handler Certificate, WHMIS

• 29d

  FIRST COOK

  Toronto, ON

  DC

  Dufry Careers

  3+ YOECandidates need at least 3 years of cooking experience in a high volume or fast casual restaurant, plus knowledge of HACCP standards and sauces, sautés, broiler, fry and pantry work. Supervisor or lead experience is preferred, along with the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a hot kitchen.

  flat top griddle, broiler, kitchen equipment, knives, hot plates

• 29d

  FIRST COOK

  Huntsville, ON

  $20.25/hr

  

  Freed Corp

  2+ YOECandidates need 2 to 3 years of restaurant or kitchen experience, a valid food safety certificate, and the ability to cook across varied menus under pressure. A Red Seal certificate and hotel food service experience are assets.

  Cooking, Food materials, Food safety, Communication skills, Red Seal, Journeyperson

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