cook
The cook is responsible for preparing complete meals and individual dishes while managing kitchen operations and inventory. Key duties include coordinating special events, training staff, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.
- On-site
- Dartmouth, NS
- Posted Jul 26, 2026
- Apply by Aug 25, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 1 year to less than 2 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Restaurant Responsibilities Tasks Co-ordinate special events Determine the size of food portions and costs Requisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Inspect kitchens and food service areas Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food Order supplies and equipment Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment Clean kitchen and work areas Manage kitchen operations Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Standing for extended periods Personal suitability Team player Benefits Other benefits Other benefits Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for persons with disabilities Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities Support for newcomers and refugees Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Support for youths Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Veterans Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans Support for Indigenous people Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Support for mature workers Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers Supports for visible minorities Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
What you’ll do
The cook is responsible for preparing complete meals and individual dishes while managing kitchen operations and inventory. Key duties include coordinating special events, training staff, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.
Requirements
Candidates must have a secondary school graduation certificate and between one to two years of experience. The role requires the ability to stand for extended periods and be a team player.
Other relevant skills
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- Meal Preparation
- Kitchen Management
- Inventory Control
- Staff Training
- Food Safety
- Cost Control
- Menu Planning
- Event Coordination
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Manufacturing
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 25, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
