Company Description
About Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.
Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego.
About the Application Process
At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.
Job Description
We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at the Addison, as our new Cook lV.
Your Role: Cultivating Food & Beverage Excellence
Do you have an appetite for career progression and ready to take your culinary skills to a world-class platform? Take your career to a whole new level with us and join our our culinary team.
Your Responsibilities:
- Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
- Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
- Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
- Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
- Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
- Be aware of any shortages and communicate with Chef before the item runs out
- Ensure that recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, photographs are current and posted and followed
- Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day
- Review the days supplies and ensure that they are received and stored correctly
- Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
- Flexibility to work in all culinary areas within the hotel
- Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
- Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
- Follow hotel time and attendance policy
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Your experience and skills include:
- Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant required
- Valid Food Handler’s Card required
- Diploma / Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
- Highly responsible & reliable
- Working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques.
- Working knowledge of health, safety and sanitation procedures.
- 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
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
- Constant standing and walking throughout shift
- Frequent lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs
- Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
- Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
- Performing repetitive hand and wrist movements for chopping, slicing, and stirring.
Wage Information
The hourly rate for this position is $20.87.
Additional Information
Job Perks & Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.
What is in it for you:
- Complimentary Meals: Enjoy hot meals during your shift in our staff cafeteria
- Complimentary on-site parking
- Hotel Discounts: Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
- Food, Spa, and Resort Discounts: Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
- Career Growth Around the World: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
- Training & Development: Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
- Social Responsibility: Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
- Recognition & Rewards: Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
- Meaningful Work: Create memorable experiences for guests while making a positive impact through exceptional hospitality and service.
Health and Retirement Benefits
All full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
- Eligible single Full-Time employees can enroll in a $0 premium health plan
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid Holidays
All Full-time and Part-time employees are eligible for:
- Vacation and sick leave
- 401(k) retirement plan with matching program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Diversity & Inclusion
Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Visa Requirements: Applicants must be legally eligible to work the United States.
