Join Our Team
Imagine being part of an organization that adds value to our community, cares about its staff, and creates a supportive workplace environment. Starling Community Services (formerly Lutherwood) is a progressive, not-for-profit health and social service organization that strengthens people's lives by providing mental health, employment, and housing services to more than 22,586 people annually in Waterloo Region and Wellington County.
We need great people like you to help us realize our mission and support communities where everyone experiences mental wellness, opportunities for employment, a place to call home, and a sense of belonging.
One casual Cook, LVP position available, starting on September 23, 2026, working various hours per week.
What’s In It for You?
- Job Band D (hourly wages): Min - $23.34, Mid - $24.12, Max - $24.96.
- A positive work culture, inclusive workplace policies, and employee wellness initiatives.
- Eligible to join the HOOPP defined pension plan on a voluntary basis.
- Access to our Employee and Family Assistant Program which provides free and confidential counselling, resources and services.
- Paid vacation (pro-rated to start date and hours for position; accumulated bi-weekly)
- 15 hours of personal time per year.
- Discounted GRT passes through membership with Travel Wise.
- Employee Referral Incentive Program.
- Agency Orientation and Training modules.
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Staff appreciation events.
Your Role:
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Under the direction of the Manager of Food Services, assumes responsibility for meeting the dietary and food service requirements of residents with differing needs and preferences.
- Provides guidance and training to food services staff in all dietary and food preparation procedures.
- Contributes ideas toward the creation of menu that caters to a diverse resident group.
- Communicates and answers questions from residents and guests related to the menu.
- Maintains the confidentiality of information relating to residents and their families.
- Works in alignment with the Agency’s commitment to equity to further create a sense of belonging at the Agency.
- The above tasks are representative but not all-inclusive.
Your Talents and Experience:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a valid safe food handling certificate required.
- Red Seal an asset or two-years of formal food preparation training preferred. Must be able to communicate clearly with residents and staff.
- Must be able to perform mathematical calculations for ordering food and calculating portions.
- Has had previous experience developing menus for the senior population.
- Has a solid understanding of how to use and maintain kitchen equipment.
- Must demonstrate empathy for and understanding of the needs of seniors, their families and the professionals engaged in their care.
- Must be knowledgeable of and capable of interpreting legislation related to food handling, WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety and infection control.
If you are community-focused and share our values and antiracism commitment, we want you to grow with us. Please submit your application in confidence, no later than 4 pm on September 09, 2026.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If you don't have every single requirement and the exact level of experience listed in our description, but the skills and experience needed for the role still resonate with you, please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and quality; therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require any support submitting your application or during the interview process by contacting Human Resources at [email protected] or by calling 519-707-1958 ext. 1247.
Our Commitment to Equity:
To better serve the diversity of our community, the agency is dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for both clients and staff, with particular attention to supporting BIPOC communities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and other historically marginalized and underrepresented groups. We understand that addressing systemic inequities is crucial to fulfilling our mission and promoting the well-being of the communities we serve.
Our equity strategy is guided by core principles that emphasize celebrating diversity, building strong partnerships, prioritizing client service, and recognizing equity is a shared responsibility.
