Second Cook, Pastry (part-time)

For over 91 years, Fairmont Royal York has stood proudly as a Toronto landmark. When the hotel opened in 1929 it was the tallest building in the British Common Wealth and contained 1,048 rooms, a concert hall, library, extensive bakery, radio station and even a hospital. Today, this essential downtown landmark has completed a multi-million dollar transformation, reimagining its lobby, rooms, dining venues, event spaces, and Fairmont Gold – the property’s exclusive hotel within a hotel luxury experience. Another stunning chapter for Fairmont Royal York has begun. 

• Prepare food to the highest standards of quality and presentation in work station as directed by the Chef de Partie/Sous Chef on duty.  
• Work within the station safely and efficiently per the policies, and procedures & standards of the kitchen.
• Prepare the necessary food items as directed by the Chef de Partie/ Sous Chef following standards in a timely fashion to ensure no interruption to guest service. 
• Adhere to standardized recipes and specifications to maintain consistency and ensure all standards are met. 
• Keep workstation clean and organized including fridges/freezers, countertops, and stovetops. 
• Ensure station opening and closing procedures are carried out up to standard. 
• Keep overproduction and food waste to a minimum to reduce food costs. 
• Operate all kitchen equipment following safety standards. 
• Ensure all food products are handled, stored, prepared, and served safely following the hotel and government Food Safety guidelines. 
• Ensures all ECOSURE standards and processes are followed at all times, including but not limited to filling out daily temperature logs, labeling and dating of items, ensuring food storage areas are cleaned daily, etc. 
• Report deficiencies in the kitchen, equipment functionality, and quality of food products to Chef de Partie/ Sous Chef timely. 
• Complete other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor. 

• Minimum 2 years Pastry experience
• Valid City of Toronto Food Handler Certificate required
• Experience in a luxury hotel with comparable service and standards an asset
• Certificate or Diploma from a recognized Culinary School
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Do you enjoy helping others and building emotional connections to make people feel special and welcomed? If so, then we want YOU to be part of our Fairmont Royal York family.

Every day you will be responsible for engaging with our guests, clients and colleagues. You will create the essential Toronto experience at the hotel that has been a Canadian icon for over 91 years.  You will be given the responsibility to ensure that our guests and colleagues feel WELCOMED, CARED FOR and INCREDIBLE. Being part of the Fairmont Royal York family is more than providing warm and consistent service. As an ambassador of Fairmont Royal York, you will take the initiatives necessary to turn moments into memories by taking the time to understand our guests’ purposes: why are they staying at Fairmont Royal York, what is their length of stay and what are their preferences and passions? Making our guests feel heard and cared for creates an emotional connection to our brand and builds loyalty. 

These emotional connections are not just for guests. As part of the Fairmont Royal York family, you will be tasked with creating impactful relationships with your colleagues. 

If creating these lasting relationships and experiences excites you, read more about how your role supports our vision of continuing to create the essential Toronto experience!

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Complimentary meals while on shift 
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit

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. 

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

Note: Must already be legally entitled to work in Canada to be considered for the position