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Cook - Offshore

The Cook is responsible for preparing meals for the crew while working on offshore marine vessels. They must maintain high standards of safety, quality of service, and teamwork in a maritime environment.

  • On-site
  • St. John's, NL
  • Posted Aug 24, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

We are currently accepting applications for a temporary Cook position with our Offshore Division. Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Headquartered in Saint John, New Brunswick, and with offices in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Victoria, British Columbia and Point Fortin, Trinidad and Tobago, Atlantic Towing Limited specializes in the provision of diverse marine services including port tug services, coastal towing, offshore oil and gas exploration, and product support. Its world class vessels are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and experienced, versatile crews. Both crewmembers and shore-based personnel operate with safety, quality of service and teamwork top of mind.

What you’ll do

The Cook is responsible for preparing meals for the crew while working on offshore marine vessels. They must maintain high standards of safety, quality of service, and teamwork in a maritime environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Ships Cook Certificate of Competency and various marine safety certifications including Marine Emergency Duties and Marine First Aid. A Transport Canada Marine Medical and H2S Alive certification are also required.

Listed skills

  • CookingPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Cooking
  • Marine Emergency Duties
  • Marine First Aid
  • CPR
  • WHMIS
  • Transportation Of Dangerous Goods
  • Vessel Security
  • Workplace Inclusivity
  • Network Quality Of Service (QoS)
  • Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Transport
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • First Aid
  • Oil and Gas
  • Product Support
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
  • Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
  • Teamwork

Job areas

  • Food & Beverage
  • Transportation
  • Energy
  • Security & Safety
  • Trades
  • Offshore Manager
  • Cook
  • Cooks
  • Cooks, Restaurant

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
2+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week