Our Mission & Culture
Join the Team!
At Dickie Baxter, we believe that great food starts with a great team. Housed in a heritage landmark in Canning, our bistro blends Maritime tradition with contemporary innovation. We're looking for passionate individuals who take pride in artisanal craft and premium service.
Whether you're in the kitchen working with farm-fresh Annapolis Valley ingredients or on the floor sharing our story, you're part of a family dedicated to excellence and community.
Current Openings
Sous Chef/First cook — Dickie Baxter Taproom & Bistro Canning, Nova Scotia
At Dickie Baxter Taproom & Bistro we care deeply about food. Not trends. Not shortcuts. Actual food. Thoughtfully sourced ingredients, a kitchen that cooks with intention, and a team that takes pride in what leaves the pass. We’re looking for a Sous Chef who can help lead a busy, creative kitchen while keeping standards high.
What the role looks like:
- Supporting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
- Leading service when needed
- Maintaining consistency, quality, and organization
- Assisting with prep, ordering, inventory, and food cost control
- Working clean, efficiently, and calmly under pressure
- Helping train and support junior staff
- Contributing ideas for features and seasonal menu.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong line experience in a professional kitchen
- Someone who genuinely cares about hospitality and food quality
- Good instincts, solid communication, and reliability
- Ability to move fast while staying detail-oriented
- Experience with scratch cooking and high-volume service is an asset
What you’ll get:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- A creative kitchen with room for input
- A supportive, professional team
- Locally driven food culture
- The chance to help shape a respected Annapolis Valley restaurant
We’re building something thoughtful here. We want someone who takes pride in the work, wants to grow, and understands that good kitchens run on teamwork and consistency. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.
Benefits: Company events, Discounted or free food, Flexible schedule, On-site parking. Requirements: Local residence or relocation (required); 3 years cooking experience (preferred); Food Safe or equivalent certification (preferred). Work Location: In person.