Cook 1 - Full Time, Seasonal (until March 31st, 2026)

Fairmont Waterfront redefines hospitality with Pure Coastal Luxury. Our award-winning hotel, nestled on Vancouver's stunning waterfront, is consistently celebrated by top publications like Conde Naste Traveler and recognized as a Great Place to Work® Canada for a second consecutive year. We are Industry leaders in sustainability & embody our commitment to our community, featuring Vancouver's first green roof & rooftop apiary. 

Our Culture is strongly rooted in diversity, inclusion, professional growth and development - over 60% of promotions are from within. We are committed to empowering ambitious individuals to thrive. If you're a visionary who shares our values and passion for excellence, join us to help shape the future of luxury hospitality.  

Why work at Fairmont Waterfront?

• Sustainability and community commitment  - recognized with 5 Green Leaves Certification rating from Green Key Global since 2011
• Empowering Women in Leadership - More than 50% of leadership team including Executive Level, are women
• Celebrating Diversity - our team represents over 60+ countries, fostering an inclusive and global community
• Strong Culture of Belonging for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community providing year-round support, including gender inclusive change rooms
• Generous perks - Enjoy discounted rates at over 5,500 Accor hotels worldwide through our Colleague Travel Discount Program* food & beverage discounts, transit reimbursement program for Trans Link monthly passes, subsidized meal during your shift through our colleague dining program
• Comprehensive Benefits - through our Benefit Plan* including medical, dental and vision coverage, Pension Plan, and more!
• Dining Discounts - Get 50% off at our dining establishments in Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler through our Food & Beverage Discount Program
• Exclusive Experiences - One free stay through our Be Our Guest Program
• Full rate of pay, $33.68 per hour following 90 days of service

*full-time and part-time status colleagues

Are you passionate about culinary excellence and eager to elevate your career to new heights? Join the Fairmont Waterfront’s kitchen team and showcase your skills on a world-class stage. Be part of a team where your talent is nurtured, and your career is set for success.

What you will be doing:

• Review daily events and reservations with the Culinary Leadership to ensure timely preparation of food items in line with Fairmont’s high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Execute food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation with precision, meeting the expectations of a world-class culinary experience.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to all food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of products in all chillers to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Handle, store, prepare, and serve all food products safely, strictly following Fairmont Waterfront’s guidelines and Food Safety standards.
• Complete all EHC (Environmental Health Consultancy) standards daily, including filling out temperature logs, labelling and dating items, and maintaining cleanliness in food storage areas.

• Previous 2 years' experience in a high-end kitchen required
• High level of knife skills
• Journeyperson’s papers or international equivalent preferred
• Diploma/Certification in a Culinary discipline preferred
• BC Food Safe Certification required
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.  The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS