cook

Black Heart Cafe Inc.; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local cafe and restaurant in Iqaluit is seeking an experienced cook to manage food preparation, plan menus, and supervise kitchen staff. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience, a secondary school graduation certificate, and a Food Safety Certificate. Working hours will vary between early mornings and evenings with benefits for staff accommodation and covered relocation costs.

Benefits

Staff accommodation available

Relocation costs covered

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in a restaurant setting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Experience with food preparation and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Determine the size of food portions and costs.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements.
• Prepare and cook meals or dishes.

Skills

Client focus

Flexibility

Initiative

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Posted on September 19, 2025 by Employer details Black Heart Cafe Inc.

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Job details

• Location Iqaluit , NU X0A 0H0
• Salary 23.00 to 25.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 55 hours per week
• Terms of employment Term or contract Full time
• Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift, Flexible hours, Overtime available, 06:00 to 18:00
• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Staff accommodation available
• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Coffee shop
• Bakery

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Team player
• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Other benefits

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-10-03

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