Job requirements Institutional Cook in the Annapolis Valley Region

Find out what you typically need to work as an institutional cook in the Annapolis Valley Region. These requirements are applicable to all Cooks (NOC 63200).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Completion of a three-year apprenticeship program for cooks or completion of college or other program in cooking or food safety or several years of commercial cooking experience may be required.
  • Trade certification is available, but voluntary, in all provinces and territories.
  • Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified cooks upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

Nova Scotia

If this occupation is regulated, you may need to get a professional license from a regulatory authority before you can start working. Licensing can be compulsory or voluntary, depending on the occupation.

  • If the licence is compulsory, you must be certified before you can practise the occupation and use the professional designation.
  • If the licence is voluntary, you don’t need to be certified to practise this occupation.

Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Red Seal endorsement

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This job may be eligible for Red Seal endorsement in Nova Scotia

When you get a Red Seal endorsement on your trade certificate, it lets employers know that you meet the national qualification standards for workers in your trade. Learn more about the Red Seal endorsement.

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of secondary school is required.
  • College or industry training courses in chemistry, pollution control or related subjects are usually required.
  • Certification in water treatment and distribution (level according to the classification of the plant) is required for water treatment plant operators.
  • Drinking water certification is required in Quebec and Ontario for operators whose work involves water treatment and distribution.
  • Certification in wastewater collection and wastewater treatment (level according to the classification of the plant) is required for wastewater treatment plant operators.
  • Solid waste, landfill or compost facility operator certification may be required for operators in waste treatment plants.
  • Certification in workplace hazardous materials information system (WHMIS), transportation of dangerous goods (TDG), and courses in safety practices may be required.
  • On-the-job training is provided.
  • Previous experience as a worker in the water treatment or wastewater field may be required.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

British Columbia

Job title Cook (Professional)
Regulated
Regulatory body: Skilled Trades BC

Manitoba

Job title Cook
Regulated
Regulatory body: Apprenticeship Manitoba

Nova Scotia

Job title Cook
Regulated

Ontario

Job title Institutional Cook
Regulated
Regulatory body: Ontario College of Trades
Job title Cook
Regulated
Regulatory body: Ontario College of Trades
Job title Chef
Regulated
Regulatory body: Ontario College of Trades
Job title Assistant Cook
Regulated
Regulatory body: Ontario College of Trades

Québec

Job title Cook
Regulated
Regulatory body: Québec.ca

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Red Seal endorsement

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This occupation is eligible for Red Seal endorsement across Canada

When you get a Red Seal endorsement on your trade certificate, it lets employers know that you meet the national qualification standards for workers in your trade. Learn more about the Red Seal endorsement.

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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