Cook – Full-Time
Waterford Retirement Community – Barrhaven
At Waterford Retirement Community Barrhaven, we are committed to providing a true homelike environment where residents and their families enjoy the highest possible quality of life with the independence, safety, dignity, and respect they deserve.
Our dining experience is at the heart of resident satisfaction. We believe every meal should be prepared with care, creativity, and pride. If you are passionate about cooking and enjoy making a difference through great food and exceptional service, we would love to meet you.
Waterford is a luxury retirement residence where we strive to deliver five-star customer service every day. Whether you are just beginning your culinary career or you bring years of professional experience, you'll quickly discover that The Waterford is different. As a family-owned organization, we value our employees, support one another, and foster long-lasting relationships with residents, families, and fellow team members.
What You'll Do
As a Cook at Waterford, you will:
- Prepare and present high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents.
- Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards.
- Work collaboratively with the Dining Services team to create an outstanding dining experience.
- Take pride in providing excellent customer service while interacting with residents and families.
- Help create a warm, welcoming dining atmosphere every day.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in a professional kitchen (retirement, long-term care, restaurant, or hospitality experience is an asset).
- Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- A passion for cooking and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- A positive attitude, reliability, and a strong team-first approach.
What We Offer
- Full-time employment
- Competitive wages
- Employer-paid benefits for eligible full-time and part-time employees
- Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
- A supportive, family-oriented workplace
- Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
- The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and truly make a difference every day
If you're looking for more than just another cooking job—if you're looking to be part of a team that values quality, compassion, and excellence—we encourage you to apply.
Join the Waterford family and help us create exceptional dining experiences for our residents every day.
Please submit your resume through Indeed or email it using the contact information provided in this posting.
Pay: $19.66 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
