Food & hospitality jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 18, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 9,950
Employers: 1,301

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $19.77Across 658 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $58,224Across 100 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $17.93Across 86 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%4 listings
Hybrid: <1%43 listings
On-site: >99%9,901 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include Starbucks Coffee Company (1,043), Chartwell (291), Boston Pizza (276).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Food & hospitality jobs in Canada

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Assistant Restaurant Manager
SSP America
Mississauga, ON
Full-time
Are you an experienced food service professional with a passion for high-volume, a stickler for food safety, and a knack for leadership?
head chef
Frankie's Italian Kitchen & Bar
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
Cook I
Alberta Health Services
Milk River, AB
Part-time
…Health Services (AHS), you can have all of that and more. As a Food Service Worker you have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient and resident focused health care as a…
Kitchen Helper - Job ID J0826-0195
Columbia College
Calgary, AB
Full-time
…responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions within the food services department. Specifically, they will be responsible for cleaning and sanitation of all dishware, pots, pans and…
Kitchen Helper - Night Shift - Job ID J0826-0196
Columbia College
Calgary, AB
Full-time
…responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions within the food services department. Specifically, they will be responsible for cleaning and sanitation of all dishware, pots, pans and…
cook
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
Niagara Falls, ON
Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Dishwasher (IKEA Food)
IKEA
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
Part-time
Previous experience in a hospitality or food service role preferable, but not required
server - food and beverage services
C-Lovers Fish & Chips
Westbank, BC
Part-time
Server- Part Time
COGIR Real Estate
Vernon, BC
Part-time
Cook - Part Time (30 Hours Biweekly)
COGIR Real Estate
Newmarket, ON
line cook
Squamish Samurai Sushi
Squamish, BC
Full-time
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Cook
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Unity, SK
Job Description: Responsible for organizing, producing and distributing food and beverages.
Cafe Manager
Vita Student
ON · Manchester, ON
Full-time
House of Social Food Hall is Manchester’s newest and most exciting food hall. A collection of five independent kitchens, ser
Cook
Shannex Incorporated
Bedford, NS
Part-time
line cook
Smitty's Restaurant & Lounge
Winnipeg, MB
Full-time
Determine the size of food portions and costs
Dietary aide Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Brampton, ON
Part-time
You will be responsible for preparing and serving food to residents or patients in an assisted living or medical facility.
Dietary Aide Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Toronto, ON
Part-time
You will be responsible for preparing and serving food to residents or patients in an assisted living or medical facility.
Kellys Landing - Sous Chef
The Landing Restaurant Group
Toronto, ON
Full-time
Our vision begins and ends with great food, great service and great experiences. Your lifestyle inspires our hospitality. With core values that are based around quality, community and…
Baker - Burnaby
Choices Market
Burnaby, BC
Full-time
Experienced in working in a high - volume production environment while following food safety,
COOK
Nunatsiavut Government
Hopedale, NL
Full-time
Under the supervision of the Daycare Operator, the Cook will be responsible for food preparation in accordance with Canada’s food guide for children ages 2 to 6 years attending the Daycare…
PT FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR W L
Extendicare
London, ON · LTC - London (Waterloo St.)
Part-time
The Food Service Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Nutrition and Food Services Department to ensure residents receive safe, nutritious, and high-quality…
Experienced Cook 1 & Cook 2 – Fall Start
AccorHotel
Lake Louise, AB
Full-time
…empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play…
barista - Store# 04756, LOUIS ST LAURENT & THOMPSON RD S
Starbucks Coffee Company
Milton, ON
Full-time
cook
Amsterdam Inn & Suites
Florenceville-Bristol, NB
Full-time
Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
Barista
Compass Group Canada
Newmarket, ON
Part-time
You will be responsible for preparing and serving coffee, espresso drinks and related food and beverage items to customers.

Cogir Senior Living

Lead Server - Part Time

Ottawa, ON, Canada
Lynwood Park, Canada

Part-time

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Responsibilities

The Lead Server is responsible for training and mentoring the dining room team while ensuring high-quality service for residents and guests. They also oversee dining room set-up, meal service, and the maintenance of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.

Requirements

Candidates must possess strong leadership and supervisory skills with proven experience in training and coaching staff. Previous experience in the food service industry and working with seniors is preferred, along with the physical ability to perform manual tasks.

Experience

2 to 5 years

Working hours

40 hours per week

Job type

Part-time

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

Leadership
Staff training
Coaching
Mentoring
Customer service
Team management
Communication
Collaboration
Problem-solving
Food service
Dining room operations
Organizational skills

Pay amount

$20.35

Pay currency

CAD

Pay period

HOUR

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Lead Server
Senior Living
Dining Services
Hospitality
Team Leadership
Staff Training
Customer Service
Food Service
Mentoring
Vulnerable Sector Screening
Quality Improvement
Health and Safety
Catering
Expo Station

Original job description

Wage per hour

$19.85

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

The compensation rate for this position will be the regular Server wage rate plus a $0.50 per hour premium, resulting in a starting hourly rate of $20.35.

Like to serve? We’re hiring a Lead Server to work in our bright and welcoming dining room. Join us today and be part of a team of servers that will support with the set-up of the dining room and all aspects of serving and clean up associated with dining services within our retirement residence. Here, we believe mealtime is more than food; it’s friends and family coming together for good conversation and memorable experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

To lead, train and mentor the dining room team;
To serve meals to residents and guests in a professional and courteous manner;
To set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required;
To assist with cleaning of dishware, cutlery at the conclusion of each dining service as required;
To assist with maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen and dining area as required;
To assist with catering, and actively participate in special occasions and theme events;
To assist in the orientation and training of new culinary employees;
To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;
To comply with all provincial regulations and established department policies and procedures;
To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;
To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in the Residence that have taken place;
To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct; and
To complete all other tasks as assigned.

Required Education, Credentials and Experience:

Ability to lead, support, and motivate the dining room team effectively
Strong leadership, supervisory, and team management skills
Proven experience in training, coaching, and mentoring staff
Commitment to delivering respectful, professional, and attentive service
Ability to effectively manage and oversee the expo station
Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment
Preference will be given to individuals who have previous experience in the food service industry and working with seniors
Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand/walk for majority of shift
Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.
Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS) or be willing to obtain one upon hire.

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.　

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