Company Description
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.
Job Description

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!

VISA REQUIREMENTS:

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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
  Qualifications

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)