Job Description

Cook 1

Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Hotels and Resorts begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team\xe2\x80\x99s commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. As Cook 1, the care you devote to all aspects of food preparation will result in the creation of truly spectacular fare.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• An inclusive, empowering, and positive workplace, where we place people at the heart of everything we do
• The opportunity to have fun at work alongside passionate hospitality professionals who strive to make the world a more welcoming place
• The opportunity to live, work and play across the world through our employee travel and internal transfer programs
• A competitive rate starting at $30.85

• Complimentary meal through our Colleague Dining Program

• Complimentary uniform laundering
• Up to $120 per year for safety footwear allowance
• Up to $350 per year for tool replacement allowance
• Complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program
• Employee benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide

• The opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment and a Vancouver heritage building with a historic legacy dating back to 1939
• Free learning programs through our Academies and discounted eCornell courses
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and RiiSE

• Annual paid vacation, sick leave, up to statutory holidays and birthday leave

• A comprehensive benefits package including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• A company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP)
• A monthly travel reimbursement for TransLink monthly passes

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• 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
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned

Please note actual hours worked will fluctuate based on business needs.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in the Banquet Culinary field required
• Interprovincial Red Seal Journeymen Cook Certification is required
• 3 years of previous line kitchen experience in an upscale restaurant is required
• Diploma/Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
• Valid Food Safe Certificate required
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationship with others
• Ability to promote teamwork within culinary and other related departments
• Proven organizational skills, work well on own and others. Able to set and meet deadlines with quality results
• 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
• Ability to work flexible schedules (including evenings, weekends and overnights)

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

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

Your team and working environment:

We are thrilled to welcome our guests back to Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the \xe2\x80\x98Castle in the City\xe2\x80\x99, 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 back to extraordinary experiences at their home away from home.

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\xe2\x80\x99s 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

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