Work as a cook for Canadian restaurants, hotels, and food service companies through the Francophone Mobility Work Permit.
Qualified applicants who speak French and English can receive a job offer from Canadian employers in the hospitality industry. This pathway is especially suitable for those with culinary experience who want to gain international work experience and potentially build a longer-term future in Canada.
As a cook in Canada, you will:
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes according to recipes and menus
Ensure food quality and presentation meet company and health standards
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow food safety regulations
Supervise kitchen helpers and junior staff as required
Manage ingredients, stock, and inventory efficiently
Adapt recipes or cooking methods to meet dietary restrictions or special requests
Work as part of a kitchen team to deliver meals on time
Follow company procedures and safety guidelines
Language: Good English communication skills + B1 level French test (or proof of French-language education)
Education: No specific diploma required, but culinary school or training is an asset
Experience: At least 1 year of experience working as a cook
Skills:
Ability to prepare a variety of dishes with consistency
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
Good teamwork and time management skills
Flexibility to work shifts, evenings, weekends, or holidays
Applicants will be hired under the Francophone Mobility Work Permit program
Candidates must pass a French language test (exceptions apply if you studied in French)
Once hired, the immigration consultants will assist with the work permit process and service fees will be applied
Yes. Most cook positions fall under TEER 3, which can be eligible for Canadian permanent residency pathways such as the Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Working as a cook in Canada can open opportunities to transition into PR, depending on your experience and province of work.
Restaurants, hotels, catering services, cafés, and food service companies across Canada regularly hire cooks.
No, you cannot bring your family members based on new immigration restrictions. But this can change in the future. Your family can join you in the future.
No. As long as you have at least 1 year of professional cooking experience, you may be eligible. Formal training in culinary arts is an asset but not mandatory.
The Francophone Mobility Work Permit is usually valid for 1–3 years, depending on your job offer. It can often be renewed if your employer extends your contract.
Yes, but you will need to apply for a new work permit tied to your new employer. Some PR pathways may also open up depending on your new role and location.
Absolutely. Our team assists with job matching, paperwork, the French test, and your entire work permit application. We’ll guide you through every step.
The process — from job offer to receiving your work permit — can take up to 1 year. This may vary depending on your profile, employer response time, and visa processing times.