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Things that open doors
Red Seal Cook certificate
The credential hotels, hospitals and unions actually check for.
Butchery and charcuterie skills
Whole-animal butchery is rare and restaurants look for it.
Baking and pastry
A separate Red Seal trade. Cooks who can also bake are hard to replace.
Camp and remote work
Mines, oil sites and lodges provide room and board.
Food safety supervisor training
A step up from the basic certificate and often required to run a shift.