Cook means a person who performs all phases of kitchen activities including the preparation and presentation of vegetables, soups, sauces, meat, fish and poultry, cold kitchen items; desserts, baking, pastry; basic menu planning/costing as well as knowledge of safety, sanitation and food storage, and who has a knowledge of human and customer relations. A Professional Cook 1 usually works in a supervised environment and performs basic cooking and food preparation tasks utilizing knife skills, correct terminology, and a variety of cooking methods. They must be able to follow recipes, weigh and measure food accurately, and have an understanding of the major techniques and principles used in cooking, baking, and other aspects of food preparation. At this level, a professional cook should have a solid foundation of culinary skill.
Professional Cook 1 Indigenous Content (PC1IC) Program Outline |
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The Professional Cook 1 Indigenous Content (PC1IC) program outline was developed to introduce Indigenous culture through food gathering and preparation, and to bring back traditional knowledge. This program was designed so that apprentices can complete the level of apprenticeship training while learning the Indigenous culture from their specific area. It is important to note that with respect to cultural and regional differences, Indigenous content may be adapted, but only with the recipes or regional ingredients. The context of the Indigenous content in the program outline must be followed as set forth. |
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PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT INFORMATION |
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For more information regarding the other levels in this progressive trade, please refer to the following program pages:
- Professional Cook 2
- Cook (Professional Cook 3) (Red Seal)
Program Updates:
- March 2022: Program Update (Harmonization implementation postponed)
- July 2021: Program Update (Harmonization implementation postponed)
- July 2020: Program Update (Assessment Guidelines added to the Program Outline)
- January 1, 2020: Program Update (Practical Assessment Document Update)
- OPSN Archives
- If you have any questions, please contact ITA Customer Service
Note: A VALID FOODSAFE Level 1 Certification or equivalent is a pre-requisite to challenge this certification.
Certificate of Qualification (CofQ) Exam Updates
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Program Information
The documents below offer detailed information specific to this program.
Challenge Certification/Recognize Prior Experience
If you have significant work experience in a trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may apply to challenge the certification.
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If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.
- Instructions
- How to Apply
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- Application Form
- Personal information and exams scheduling information (for challenge option)
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- Employer Declaration
- Document of relevant work experience
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- Statutory Declaration
- Attestation for self-employment/work experience when employer cannot be contacted
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