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Second Cook, Full Time

@ ESS

Smithers, British Columbia

$22.50/hrFull-time
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Overview

ESS Canada is hiring a full-time Second Cook to prepare and cook food to corporate standards in a high-volume kitchen. The role covers food preparation, mise en place, equipment cleaning, food storage and rotation, and reporting faulty equipment. The posting states a 10-hour day shift on a 21 days on / 7 days off rotation, overtime after 8 hours a day, and an hourly wage of $22.50.

Pay:

$22.50 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, pre-cook and cook food products as directed
  • Set up mise en place for high-volume production
  • Clean kitchen equipment after use
  • Label, date, store and rotate food products
  • Report faulty equipment, maintenance needs and accidents

Requirements summary:

  • Proven restaurant or prep cook experience
  • Food Safety Certification required
  • Certificate from a recognized cooking school
  • Excellent understanding of cooking methods and equipment
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro

Employer posting date
2026-11-11
First seen by our source
2026-11-11
Source record updated
2026-11-11

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
Hours per week70
Scheduleday, overtime
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsFood Safety Certification
Background checksdrug and alcohol
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples
EducationTrade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyCulinary arts

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Job description

The Second Cook 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:

  • 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
  • Shift: 10hr/Day
  • Rotation: 21 Days on/ 7 Days off

Perks:

  • Overtime after 8hr/day
  • Benefits after 3 months
  • Travel & Accommodations provided

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 $22.50. 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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