Cook
68 Bluenose Drive, Box 609 Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, B0J 2C0, Lunenburg, NS| Nova Scotia
11141
15
22-10-2026
20-04-2027
Full Time
CAD $17.00 to 19.00 hourly. 40 hours per week.
3 years to less than 5 years
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Lunenburg Hospitality Limited o/a The Old Fish Factory Restaurant
Company: Lunenburg Hospitality Limited o/a The Old Fish Factory Restaurant
Business information: Housed in the building of a former fish processing plant, The Old Fish Factory Restaurant and Ice House Bar envelops its guests in a truly Maritime atmosphere. Located on Lunenburg’s historic waterfront inside The Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic.
Business Address: 68 Bluenose Drive, Box 609 Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, B0J 2C0
Work Location: Same as above, as well as other clients' locations around Lunenburg to attend catering events
Type of Employment: Full-time – Seasonal (5 months)
Estimated Start Date: June 1st, 2026
Job Description:
Co-ordinate special events
Determine the size of food portions and costs
Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
Requisition food and kitchen supplies
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
Inspect kitchens and food service areas
Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
Order supplies and equipment
Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
Clean kitchen and work areas
Organize buffets and banquets
Occasionally attend catering events outside the restaurant
Requirements
Education: Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Experience: At least 3 years of experience is required. If the candidate does not possess the required experience, completion of a three-year apprenticeship program for cooks, or completion of a college or other program in cooking or food safety, or several years of commercial cooking experience will be required.
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail, Fast-paced environment, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Repetitive tasks, Standing for extended periods, Work under pressure.
Personal Suitability: Dependability, Excellent oral communication, Flexibility, Initiative, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player, Time management.
Work site environment: Noisy
Work setting: Restaurant
Weight handling: 50 lbs.
Language: English is required
Salary: $17.00 to $19.00 hourly. 40 hours per week.
Benefits:
Tips, learning/training paid by the employer, accommodation available at a discounted rate, uniforms and meals are provided. Travel expenses will be covered by the employer if the worker needs to relocate.
Important Information:
Flexibility in schedule is required. Different shifts between 7:00 AM and 11:00 PM are scheduled seven days a week, with two days off on a rotational basis. The most common shifts are in the morning from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM and in the afternoon from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. However, hours may vary depending on the restaurant’s needs. Work on weekends and holidays is required, and overtime may be necessary.
Apply by e-mail to: adamsgbower@gmail.com
cc: oldfishfactory@canadaemail.ca
Apply by mail to: 68 Bluenose Drive, Box 609 Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, B0J 2C0
****Please apply with the subject: Cook position