Company Description
Fairmont Waterfront redefines hospitality with Pure Coastal Luxury. Our award-winning hotel, nestled on Vancouver’s stunning waterfront, is consistently celebrated by top publications like Conde Naste Traveler and recognized as a Great Place to Work® Canada for a second consecutive year. We are Industry leaders in sustainability & embody our commitment to our community, featuring Vancouver’s first green roof & rooftop apiary.
Our Culture is strongly rooted in diversity, inclusion, professional growth and development - over 60% of promotions are from within. We are committed to empowering ambitious individuals to thrive. If you’re a visionary who shares our values and passion for excellence, join us to help shape the future of luxury hospitality.

WHY WORK AT FAIRMONT WATERFRONT?

• Sustainability and community commitment - recognized with 5 Green Leaves Certification rating from Green Key Global since 2011
• Empowering Women in Leadership - More than 50% of leadership team including Executive Level, are women
• Celebrating Diversity - our team represents over 60+ countries, fostering an inclusive and global community
• Strong Culture of Belonging for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community providing year-round support, including gender inclusive change rooms
• Generous perks - Enjoy discounted rates at over 5,500 Accor hotels worldwide through our Colleague Travel Discount Program* food & beverage discounts, transit reimbursement program for Trans Link monthly passes, subsidized meal during your shift through our colleague dining program
• Comprehensive Benefits - through our Benefit Plan* including medical, dental and vision coverage, Pension Plan, and more!
• Dining Discounts - Get 50% off at our dining establishments in Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler through our Food & Beverage Discount Program
• Exclusive Experiences - One free stay through our Be Our Guest Program
• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience, starting at $70,000.00
• full-time and part-time status colleagues
  Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

• Red Seal Certification (or international equivalent) preferred
• Food Safe Certification, required
• 5–7 years of culinary experience, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
• Strong knowledge of food safety, cost control, inventory, and kitchen operations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems
• Ability to thrive under pressure and maintain standards during peak volumes
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable operating standard kitchen equipment and working in high-heat environments
• Shared office space within the culinary and F&B leadership teams
  Additional Information
  Canadian work authorization.
  Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

As a Sous Chef at Fairmont Waterfront, you will support a passionate culinary brigade dedicated to crafting exceptional dining experiences across ARC Restaurant and Lounge, In-Room Dining and Banquet operations. You will play a key role in upholding our culinary standards, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring consistency in quality, presentation, and safety. Take your career to a world-class stage at Fairmont Waterfront!