FAIRMONT Looking for Summer Seasonal Cook’s Assistant at Victoria, BC Full Time

Prepare and service all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards

In conjunction with the Chef de Partie or Journeyperson; proactively prioritize tasks to ensure a consistently high level of service and quality of food for our guests

Consistently ensures food quality, consistency and quantity are meeting established expectations

Consistently demonstrates positive behavior and performance

Ensures all established food safety protocols are followed, maintains the kitchen in a neat, clean and organized manner

Ensures food cost is managed; by controlling food waste through FIFO rotation, proper ordering, storage and preparation of all foods

Ensures productivity and labour cost are managed; by maintaining a focused and productive approach to daily tasks

Possess a complete understanding of the menu, recipes and presentations, aware of potential food allergens in each dish

Contribute ideas to menu development, assist with recipe creation and documentation

Liaise with other departments such as Banquets, Restaurants and Stewarding to ensure excellent communication in order to achieve smooth operational outcomes

All duties will be performed in accordance with The Fairmont Empress’ commitment to luxury service standards, and within the Accor code of conduct and corporate policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of 1 year recent (in the last year) experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen at a comparable level of luxury service as a prep cook, apprentice, 3re cook or similar role in a culinary environment demanding a similar high standard of guest service AND possess a Cook’s Training certificate from a High School, College or University

Current Food Safe level 1 or equivalent recognized food safety certificate, (colleagues are responsible for maintaining their food safe certification)

Successful demonstration of a high level of technical and artistic culinary skills assessed during a practical cooking test

Successful demonstration of high level culinary and food safety knowledge assessed through a written test

Willing and able to taste all food products – i.e. meats, seafood, produce, dry goods, dairy

Completely fluent English language skills; both written and verbal

Proven success in relationship building and supporting team performance

A proven ability to communicate effectively, work within a team and delegate to others

Excellent organizational skills, and shows initiative with ability to work well with little supervision

Exercises sound decision making, with the ability to prioritize tasks appropriately

Demonstrated a high level of responsibility and accountability

Demonstrated commitment to provide excellent service and exceed guests’ expectations

High School diploma or equivalent is highly desirable

GHS/WHMIS Training is considered an asset

Computer Skills, including a good knowledge of Word, Excel, email communication are an asset

Must be able to work flexible shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays, with either early start or late finish times

Impeccable grooming and presentation

Note: The position of Cooks Assistant is physically demanding. The successful applicant must be physically capable of performing the requirements of the job including but not limited to;

Repetitive work

Constant standing and walking throughout shift Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs

Must be able to work in both hot and cold environments – (hot line, fridge & freezer)

Stooping, bending, twisting

Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling

Occasional ascending stairs and ramps

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