Prep Cook

Sienna Senior Living; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspira Hygate Waterloo Retirement Living, owned by Sienna Senior Living, is seeking a Prep Cook for casual on-call shifts at 215 Lexington Rd, Waterloo, ON. Rate of pay is $18.08/hr. A minimum of one year of volume food preparation and a Safe Food Handling Certificate are required.

You will prepare nutritious meals, accommodate dietary needs, and assist with deliveries, storage, and event catering in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of volume food preparation experience.
• Event preparation experience in hospitality or retirement residences.
• Must have Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Smart Serve is an asset.
• Good communication and public relations skills.
• Physically able to lift and stand for long periods.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid permit.
• Able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals following standardized recipes.
• Assist with dietary requirements and cultural needs.
• Set up equipment and supplies for food preparation.
• Receive, check and store deliveries per food safety standards.
• Monitor quality and quantity of supplies and inform cook on duty.
• Assist with events, buffets and catered functions.
• Complete cleaning tasks and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Public relations

Communication

Physical stamina

Legally eligible to work

Vulnerable Sector Check

Education

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Job description

location Waterloo, ON, 215 Lexington Rd category Culinary and Food Services Part-Time Oct 22 2026

Prep Cook
Aspira Hygate Waterloo Retirement Living - 215 Lexington Rd, Waterloo, ON N2K 0H6
Rate of Pay: $18.08/hr
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

This is a Casual (On-Call) position to pick up shifts whenever needed.

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Why you belong here:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What you’ll be doing:

You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Prep Cook, you will assist with preparing nutritious, high-quality meals while learning about residents’ dietary requirements, preferences, and cultural needs. You will contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

What makes you a great fit?

• Setting up equipment and supplies for food preparation
• Preparing food and ingredients following standardized recipes
• Providing for prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities under the direct guidance of a Cook or Chef
• Receiving, checking and storing food and supply deliveries in accordance with food safety standards, Health and Safety standards and prescribed practices
• Monitoring quality and quantity of food supplies received and advising the Cook or Chef on duty of problems
• Reporting food, supply, and equipment needs to the Cook or ChefAssisting with the delivery, set-up and removal of food for special events, buffets and catered functions
• Completing assigned cleaning tasks according to instructions and cleaning schedules.
• Performing other duties as assigned

What you need to know:

• Minimum one year experience in volume food preparation, catering and special
• Event preparation in the Hospitality or Retirement Residences industry
• Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Smart Serve Certificate is an asset
• Must possess good public relations and communication skills
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the residence
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for the majority of the shift
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.

At Sienna,we’rea supportive team whereyou cancontinually learn and where your team mates are always ready to lend a hand. Named one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Sienna is where dedicated people thrive and grow, with opportunities to explore different roles and move around within the company.