Freehand - Cooks

Drift Restaurant; Halifax; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Gym access

RRSP contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonus program

50% transit reimbursement

Job summary

Freehand Hospitality in Halifax is seeking a Cook to join multiple venues (Maurizio's, Salt + Ash, Peacock, Drift, Mystic) under Freehand Hospitality Restaurants. You will perform daily food prep, follow recipes and presentation standards, and maintain station duties in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years cooking experience, strong plating skills, adaptability to modern techniques, and a food safety certification.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years cooking experience in a fast-paced, high performing restaurant.
• Experience with high-end, Instagram able plating and be highly adaptable.
• Strength in modern cooking techniques.
• Experience with elevated and unique ingredients.
• Experience with food ordering and inventories.
• Professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Food safe certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager.
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to standards.
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant.
• Maintain a prep list of station duties.
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness.
• Assist in food inventory and control.
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items.
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines.
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines.
• Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies before and during service.
• Such other related duties and responsibilities as may be required from time to time.

Skills

Cooking experience

High-end plating

Modern cooking techniques

Knife handling

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 2:00 a.m.

Cook at Freehand Hospitality Restaurants

About Freehand Hospitality Rooted in chef-led creativity, our team is passionate about bringing people together with bold flavours, thoughtful ingredients, and warm, welcoming service. We celebrate diverse culinary styles—from upscale Maritime dining to classic French fare—paired with genuine hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. Every dish tells a story, and every experience celebrates connection, community, and a true sense of place in Halifax.

We are looking for Cooks at Maurizio's, Salt + Ash, Peacock, Drift and Mystic who will work closely and collaborate with our amazing team and will be willing to push boundaries to keep the dining experience fresh and exciting.

What you will be doing as a Cook

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager;
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to standards;
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant;
• Maintain a prep list of station duties;
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness;
• Assist in food inventory and control;
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items;
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines;
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines;
• Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies before and during service;
• Such other related duties and responsibilities as may be required from time to time.

The person we are looking for has

• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset;
• 2-3 years cooking experience in a fast-paced, high performing restaurant;
• Experience with high-end, Instagram able plating and be highly adaptable;
• Strength in modern cooking techniques;
• Experience with elevated and unique ingredients;
• Experience with food ordering and inventories;
• Professional cooking and knife handling skills;
• Ability to stand for long periods of time;
• Food safe certification.

Why join us and what's in it for you

• Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits
• Integrated learning environment with room to grow
• Access to our gym and fitness facility
• 50% reimbursement of monthly transit pass
• Company RRSP contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligible for company referral bonus program
• Working along side a collaborative team of likeminded individuals

A member of The Armour Group Ltd, Freehand Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you!