Server jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 5, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,614
Employers: 378

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $17.98Across 296 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: <1%1 listing
On-site: >99%1,610 listings

Not specified: <1% (3 listings)

Employers hiring include Chartwell (125), Boston Pizza (103), Cogir Senior Living (88).

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

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Server - State & Main
State & Main
Oakville, ON
- Full-time
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Seasonal Restaurant Server (Part-Time) - Eataly Sherway Gardens
Eataly North America
Toronto, ON
- $17.95 CAD / hour
- Part-time
- Contract
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Part Time Server 1-ELE
Great Canadian Entertainment
Surrey, BC
- Part-time
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Server - Part-time - 11:30AM-7:30PM
Cogir Senior Living
Leamington, ON
- Part-time
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Server / Bartender, Events (Part time) - Malaparte
Oliver & Bonacini
Toronto, ON
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Server - State & Main
Recipe Unlimited
Oakville, ON
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Banquet Server
Marriott
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Server
Starlight Casino
Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
Gateway is seeking a dynamic, outgoing and energetic Server who loves to create buzz and excitement, as well as provide an outstanding and personalized g
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Server (Casual)
Cogir Senior Living
Coquitlam, BC · Parkwood Manor
- Part-time
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Server - Lonely Mouth Bar
Concorde Entertainment Group
Calgary, AB
- Part-time
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Seasonal Restaurant Server (Part-Time) - Eataly Sherway Gardens
Eataly
Toronto, ON
- $17.95 CAD / hour
- Part-time
- Contract
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Server - Casual
Optima Living
Richmond, BC
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Server
Chartwell
Oshawa, ON
- Part-time
Are you passionate about hospitality and providing memorable dining experiences? As a Server at Chartwell, you’ll play a key role in creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where residents…
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Server (WTSTFF) Union
Sunrise Senior Living
Thornhill, ON · Sunrise of Thornhill
- Part-time
At Sunrise Senior Living, we champion the quality of life for all seniors. As a Dining Server, you provide timely, professional meal service while creating a warm, welcoming dining…
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food and beverage server
Buffet Royale Carvery
Edmonton, AB
- Part-time
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Server Catering, PT, SFU Diamond Alumni Centre
Compass Group Canada
Burnaby, BC
- Part-time
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Server - Casual
COGIR Real Estate
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Server - Part Time (40 Hours Biweekly)
COGIR Real Estate
Toronto, ON
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Server
OTG Management
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
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Server - Casual
Cogir Senior Living
Toronto, ON · The Claremont
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Server - Part Time (40 Hours Biweekly)
Cogir Senior Living
Toronto, ON · The Annex
- Part-time
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Server
Sienna Senior Living
Arnprior, ON
- Part-time
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Server 1-BEL
Great Canadian Entertainment
Belleville, ON
…our growing business in eastern Ontario as a FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVER. This role will join our team at Shorelines Casino Belleville. Under the direction of the Supervisor, Food & Beverage,…
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Restaurant Server (Lunch) - The Library Table & Bar
Carmens Group
Paris, ON
- Full-time
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Catering & Banquet Server (Casual)
Westerner Park
Red Deer, AB
- Part-time

Optima Living

Server - Casual

Richmond, BC, Canada

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Job details

Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 20, 2026

Original job description

About Optima Living

Founded in 2007 by two friends inspired by their families’ dementia journeys, Optima Living was created to provide a more home-like experience in seniors housing and care. What began as a personal mission has grown into one of Western Canada’s leading senior living and continuing care providers.

Today, Optima Living offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living, Long-Term Care, Brain Health, and Memory Care across Alberta and British Columbia. Our innovative approach includes Spark, Your Wellness, Your Way; our proprietary brain health and care model. As the only Top 10 Canadian senior living and care provider focused exclusively on Western Canada, we proudly serve more than 6,000 residents.

Guided by our North Star, Let us welcome you home™, we are committed to People, Place, and Community. With a resident-first philosophy and a focus on innovation, we are redefining aging with purpose creating communities where seniors live with dignity, connection, and joy.

Position Summary
Reporting to either the Food Services, Support Services or Hospitality Manager, the Server provides courteous meal service to residents and guests, sets up and maintains dining areas, and ensures cleanliness before, during, and after meals.

All duties and responsibilities are carried out in alignment with Optima Living’s mission, vision, and values, promoting person-centered care by respecting the uniqueness, dignity, and self-determination of residents to promote maximum personal and functional independence. These duties are performed within the framework of established organizational policies and procedures, industry best practices, while adhering to applicable regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

Serves meals and beverages to residents according to their dietary restrictions and individual preferences while encouraging independent feeding.
Sets up, cleans and sanitizes the dining room and servery prior to and after meal service.
Sets up, serves and cleans dining areas during special events, large orders and catered functions as needed.
Interacts with residents to take meal orders and answer menu questions.
Provides tray services according to the care or service plan.
Prepares and serves a variety of beverages, including freshly brewed coffee and tea.
Dispenses nourishments for delivery to resident areas.
Stores food in designated areas following all food safety and sanitation procedures. 
Assists with receiving food and supplies and stores them in the appropriate areas while observing proper stock rotation.
Ensures a safe and sanitary environment for team members and residents through adherence to organizational standards and protocols.
Promptly reports unsafe conditions, incidents, or concerns to supervisor, General Manager or Health & Safety Committee.
Identifies maintenance issues and reports them following established maintenance procedures.
Responds promptly during emergency codes in alignment with organizational standards and protocols.
Contributes to quality improvement initiatives by sharing ideas and providing feedback.
Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
Ensures adherence to infection control policies and procedures through regular audits, observations, and investigations.
Maintains strict confidentiality of resident medical and personal information in accordance with privacy legislation.
Completes orientation upon hire and annual mandatory education as assigned.
Supports new team members through their orientation process.
Respects and upholds the Resident Bill of Rights and the Assisted Living Rights of Residents.
Participates in team meetings and stays informed on relevant internal communications.
Performs other duties as required to support operational needs.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience in a food services role is an asset.
Experience in a residential care or mental health environment is an asset.
Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices is required.
Strong personal hygiene practices are required.
Food Safe certification is an asset.
CPR and First Aid certification is an asset.
Ability to communicate professionally and maintain respectful relationships with residents, team members, volunteers and visitors.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
Demonstrates the ability to effectively organize, prioritize and problem solve. 
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
Ability to manage and resolve difficult and challenging situations effectively and respectfully.
Physical and mental ability to carry out the duties of the position including adherence to provincial health legislation.
Ability to safely operate equipment according to established protocols.
Computer literacy skills required.
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.

Conditions of Employment

Clear Police Information Check
Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
Successful completion of all mandatory Provincial Health Requirements
Active Food Safe Certification

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Responsibilities

Serve meals and beverages according to residents’ dietary needs and preferences, provide tray service, and assist with catered events. Set up and sanitize dining areas, follow food safety and infection control procedures, and report safety, maintenance, or operational concerns.

Requirements

Safe food handling and sanitation knowledge, strong personal hygiene, communication skills, computer literacy, and the ability to work independently or with a team are required. Food service or residential care experience, Food Safe certification, and CPR and First Aid certification are assets; active Food Safe certification and clear police and vulnerable sector checks are conditions of employment.

Skills

Meal Service
Food Safety
Sanitation
Resident Interaction
Dietary Restrictions
Food Storage
Stock Rotation
Infection Control
Occupational Health And Safety
Communication
Organization
Prioritization
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Teamwork
Computer Literacy

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Keywords

Food Services
Meal Service
Dietary Restrictions
Resident Preferences
Tray Service
Food Safe Certification
Food Handling
Sanitation
Food Storage
Stock Rotation
Infection Control
Occupational Health And Safety
Resident Bill Of Rights
Assisted Living
Long-Term Care
Memory Care
Brain Health
Person-Centered Care
Emergency Response
Quality Improvement
Confidentiality
CPR
First Aid
Police Information Check
Vulnerable Sector Check

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