First Cook salary in Canada
Based on 14 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median first cook pay is $24.50 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $21.74 and $27.06.
Lower 25%$21.74
Median$24.50
Upper 25%$27.06
Pay figures are taken from employer postings that list pay. They are not estimates. Updated November 6, 2026.
By province
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | $24 | $25 | $27.06 | 9 |
Common questions
How much does a first cook make in Canada?
Based on 14 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median first cook pay is $24.50 an hour. The middle half of postings pay between $21.74 and $27.06.
Where do first cooks earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, British Columbia has the highest median advertised pay at $25 an hour.