Cook, Ethnic Foods

All First Nations Jobs; Sydney; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% vacation pay

Job summary

Naru Japanese Restaurant in Sydney, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Cook, Ethnic Foods (permanent/full-time) to join its kitchen team. You will prepare and cook complete meals or individual Japanese dishes and help bring sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls to our guests.

The role requires at least one year of commercial cooking experience and a high school diploma. You will plan menus, manage portions, maintain inventory, and ensure sanitation standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation certificate required.
• Minimum 1 year of commercial cooking experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals or individual dishes specializing in Japanese cuisine.
• Prepare sushi, sashimi and specialty rolls of high quality.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Plan menus and determine food portions.
• Maintain inventory and records of ingredients, supplies and equipment.
• Check quantity and quality of food and supplies received.
• Maintain sanitation, health and safety standards in kitchen.

Skills

Japanese cuisine

Sushi making

Commercial cooking

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Job description

# Cook, Ethnic FoodsFull TimeNaru Japanese Restaurant (NS) Ltd. o/a Naru Japanese RestaurantSydney, Nova ScotiaPosted Jul 18, 2026Closes Jan 14, 2027Never pay merely to view a vacancy, apply, attend an interview or receive a job offer. Report requests for money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, passwords or banking information.Job ID107564Job NOC63200Wage$16.75 to $16.75 hourly## Job Description**Naru Japanese Restaurant (NS) Ltd. o/a Naru Japanese Restaurant** **is looking for a Cook, Ethnic Foods (permanent / full time position).**- Job title: Cook, Ethnic Foods (NOC 63200)- Terms of employment: Permanent, Full time Position- Location: 216 Bentinck St, Sydney, NS, B1P 1G8- Start Date: November 01, 2026- Position Available: 1 **Key Duties and Responsibilities:**- Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes specializing in Japanese cuisine- Prepare high-quality sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls- Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience- Plan menus and determine food portions- Maintain inventory and records of food ingredients, supplies, and equipment- Estimate expected food consumption and requirements- Check the quantity and quality of food and supplies received- Clean and inspect kitchen and food service areas to maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards **Cuisine specialties**- Japanese cuisine**Academic,** **Training and Experience** **Qualifications**- Secondary school graduation certificate is required- A minimum of 1 year of commercial cooking experience is required**Work conditions and physical capabilities**- Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Physically demanding, Standing for extended periods of time, Attention to detail, Handling heavy loads **Wage & Benefits**- **Wage:** $16.75 per hour- **Working hours:** 30 to 40 hours per week- **Benefits:** 4% vacation pay **How to Apply:**Please send your resume [e-mail] \\*\\* Naru Japanese Restaurant (NS) Ltd. o/a Naru Japanese Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, particularly focusing on underrepresented groups including youth, women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, and newcomers to Canada. We also welcome applications from asylum seekers holding a valid open work permit.In compliance with Canadian immigration regulations, first priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. However, all individuals legally authorized to work in Canada, including those with valid open work permits, are encouraged to apply.## Employment TermsPermanent Employment## Education RequirementSecondary (high) school graduation certificate## Experience Requirement1 year to less than 2 years## Language RequirementEnglish## Work Hours Per Week30-40 hours week