About

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.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• 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

Application Process

• 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 

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