Cook

Overview

As a member of the military, Cooks prepare nutritious food items and meals for Canadian Armed Forces members and National Defence employees.

Their responsibilities are to:

• Prepare and serve meals that range from cafeteria-style menus to formal multi-course meals for military and civilian dignitaries
• Assist in the handling and control of food and non-food supplies
• Practice workplace health and safety procedures
• Provide for Religious and Spiritual dietary accommodations
• Manage food safety and Defence
• Operate, clean and maintain food services equipment and facilities

Work environment

A Cook may work in a variety of environments within Canada, or overseas on deployments. The majority of all Cooks are employed at bases and wings while the others serve with land-based operational units or onboard ships and submarines.

If you chose a career in the Regular Force, upon completio...