Cook 2 (Overnight)

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the ‘Castle in the City’, with its chateau-style green-clad copper roof and gargoyles is an architectural landmark in the heart of Downton Vancouver that captures the hearts and imaginations of all who visit. A registered heritage property operating since 1939, the hotel symbolizes grandeur and timeless elegance.  In spring 2019, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver completed a $75M, five-year multiphase revitalization project. With its prestigious address on Georgia Street, this castle is surrounded by a diverse arts community of galleries and theatres, a thriving shopping district, exhilarating nightlife and world class cuisine. Join our team and welcome our guests to extraordinary experiences at their home away from home.

Cook 2

Are you ready to elevate your culinary career to a world-class level? We’re looking for a passionate and creative Cook 2 to join our kitchen team at the Castle in the City – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. If you’re eager to grow, take on new challenges, and be part of a historic, luxury hotel, this is your opportunity to shine!

What is in it for you: 

• An inclusive, empowering, and positive company culture where people are at the heart of everything we do
• A fun and dynamic work environment alongside passionate hospitality professionals committed to delivering exceptional service
• Competitive pay, starting at $24.54 per hour, increasing to $30.68 after successful completion of the probationary period
• Complimentary meals during your shift through our Colleague Dining Program
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
• Travel reimbursement program for a TransLink monthly pass
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for eligible employees
• Company-matched pension plan and access to a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP) for eligible employees
• Complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program when you join us
• Colleague benefit card offering discounted room rates and food & beverage perks at Accor properties worldwide
• The opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment within a Vancouver heritage building with a historic legacy dating back to 1939
• Access to learning programs through our Academies to enhance your skills
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

What you will be doing:

• Working the overnight shift, starting at 11:00 PM
• Delivering professional, friendly, and proactive service to our guests while supporting your fellow team members
• Assisting with food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation to create beautiful dishes
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards
• Managing kitchen inventory, ordering supplies, and keeping stock levels in check
• Keeping up to date with menu items, daily features, and promotions
• Following kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards to ensure consistency and quality
• Maintaining a safe, organized and efficient workspace
• Performing other duties as required to support smooth kitchen operations

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who:

• Is creative and passionate about food and customer service
• Can thrive in a high-pressure environment
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and is a true team player
• Has a minimum of 1 year experience in the culinary field (banquet or restaurant experience preferred)
• Holds a Diploma/Certification in Culinary Arts (an asset)
• Has valid Food Safe certification
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both written and verbal
• Is enthusiastic, positive, and able to build trusting relationships with team members
• Has strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines with quality results
• Demonstrates problem-solving abilities and is highly responsible and reliable
• Can remain calm and courteous under pressure, always focused on the guest’s needs
• Is flexible and available to work a rotating schedule (evenings, weekends, holidays, early mornings, and late nights)

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):         

• Constant standing and walking throughout your shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling and lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

If you’re ready to join a prestigious team and elevate your career in the culinary arts, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and become part of our legacy at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.

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/

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