- Full-Time
- Temporary
- FAIRMONT
- Food & Beverage
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Fairmont Empress, Victoria, Canada
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REF54637R
Steward Helper Full-time, Summer Season May to October
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
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Recognized as the #2 Best Canadian Hotel in Travel + Leisure's 2024 World's Best Awards, Fairmont Empress is located in Victoria, BC, overlooking the city's sparkling Inner Harbour. A Forbes recommended and MICHELIN key hotel that offers 431 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, Willow Stream Spa with signature West Coast experiences, and Q at the Empress featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine, an award-winning wine list, and regionally focused cocktail culture. World-famous Tea at the Empress is served in the Lobby Lounge with stunning harbour views.
The magnificent property completed a $60+ million restoration in 2017 that celebrated its proud history while moving the hotel into a new era of modern luxury and transforming the iconic property into a must-visit destination. In 2023, the property introduced a revamped Fairmont Gold Experience, including a major renovation to the Fairmont Gold floor. 88 Fairmont Gold rooms and a newly renovated lounge are ready to accommodate guests. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada's Castle on the Coast is the ideal starting point to explore British Columbia's stunning natural and expansive beauty. Historic Hotels Worldwide recognizes the property's prestigious grounds as the Top 25 Most Magnificent Gardens in the World.
What you will be doing:
- Assist the kitchen steward to perform the daily tasks of the stewarding department
- Set up and operate the dish machine to established specifications, maintaining correct temperature and chemicals are in use at all times
- Safely handle, wash, transport & store all china, glass, silverware, small wares or other food and beverage equipment in the established locations
- Debus, sort, organize and consolidate dishware and kitchen equipment to be washed
- Loading and unloading the dish machine following established procedures
- Ensure all items washed are completely clean and sanitized
- Follow established food safety protocols and established health and safety protocols
- Proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Safely handle, wash, transport & store all china, glass, silverware, small wares or other food and beverage equipment in the established locations
- Wash and sanitize; kitchen small wares, utensils, pots, pans, and sanitize; kitchen equipment, kettles, tables, walls, sinks, refuse containers, ceilings etc.
- Empty large steam kettles of bones or other organic material
- Clean sink and drain filters in the main dish room and basement as required
- Maintain a clean and organized work space at all times
- Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling throughout the hotel, maintain clean refuse bins, resupply with garbage bags as required
- Maintaining clean and dry floors by sweeping, mopping, squeegee etc.
- Participate in plating and distribution of food for banquets
- Restock and supply chemical and paper towel dispensers throughout the F&B operation
- Other duties as assigned
- Hourly rate starting from $24.82 to $28.36
Your experience and skills include:
- Experience in a Kitchen environment an asset
- Food Safe Level 1 Certificate
- WHIMIS 2015 / GHS certification (colleagues responsibility to maintain this certification)
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal
- Proven ability to work well alone or as part of a team
- Demonstrated commitment to achieving excellent results
- Ability to prioritize, with excellent organizational capabilities
- Demonstrated high level of responsibility and reliability
- Impeccable grooming and presentation
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
- Constant standing and walking throughout an 8 hour shift
- Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs
- Frequent raising arms above shoulder height while lifting 20 lbs
- Frequent kneeling, twisting, stooping, reaching
- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
- Performing cleaning duties while on ladders or other elevated platforms
- Ability to work in a hot and humid environment
- No allergies or sensitivities to cleaning chemicals or equipment
Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Your team and working environment: Welcome to Canada’s Castle on the Coast. The Empress Hotel sits proudly at the centre of culture and history in Victoria, British Columbia. This is the best of all worlds – where contrast meets distinction, opulence blends harmoniously with the understated and fabled history meshes with contemporary affairs. This award-winning Victoria hotel and National Historic Site is an alluring blend of classic and contemporary, vintage and cutting-edge: Where Modern meets Iconic. Come join our wonderful team of hospitality experts!
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