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Chartwell

Cook (Temporary, Full-time)

15 Fraser St, Cambridge, ON, N1S 1P5, Canada

Full-time

Within 25 km of Kitchener · About 17.4 km from the city centre

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Job type: Full-time
Posted: Oct 26, 2026

Original job description

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about creating delicious meals that bring joy to others? As a Cook at Chartwell, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience to our residents. Your culinary skills and attention to detail will help foster a warm and welcoming atmosphere where food is both nourishing and enjoyable.

What You’ll Do

Prepare, cook and plate food following Chartwell menu guidelines
Comply with all public health regulations and safe food handling guidelines
Maintain food preparation areas and equipment in a sanitary condition
Ensure meals are prepared and served on time and at the correct temperature
Assist with ordering, receiving, and storing food supplies

What You’ll Bring

Previous cooking experience in food services
Food Handler certification
Work collaboratively as a team member
Interact and communicate effectively with internal and external customers

What We Offer

A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated
Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunities for leadership development and career growth
A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents

Additional Requirements

A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents
Wear personal protective equipment as required
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/carry heavy items
Manual dexterity to handle cooking tools and kitchen equipment
Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required

At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities.

Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email accessibility@chartwell.com or call 1-888-663-6448.

Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and plating meals according to menu guidelines while maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment. They also assist with ordering and storing food supplies to ensure residents receive high-quality dining experiences.

Requirements

Candidates must have previous cooking experience in food services and hold a valid Food Handler certification. The role requires the ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy items, and pass a criminal background check.

Skills

Food preparation
Cooking
Plating
Safe food handling
Sanitation
Menu compliance
Teamwork
Customer service
Communication
Inventory management

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Leadership development
Career growth opportunities

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Keywords

Cook
Food services
Food Handler certification
Culinary
Sanitation
Kitchen equipment
Menu guidelines
Retirement residence
Personal protective equipment
Criminal background check
VSS
TB Test
Dining experience
Food safety

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