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 Downtown 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 Chef de Partie
Every memorable dining experience begins in the heart of the hotel with our culinary team's commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. Your passion for managing food preparation as Chef de Partie will inspire your team to create truly spectacular fare. Join us to grow your career at the Castle in the City – Fairmont Hotel Vancouver!
What is in it for you: An inclusive, empowering, and positive workplace, where we place people at the heart of everything we doThe opportunity to have fun at work alongside passionate hospitality professionals who strive to make the world a more welcoming placeThe opportunity to live, work and play across the world through our employee travel and internal transfer programsA competitive rate starting at $34.68Complimentary meal through our Colleague Dining ProgramComplimentary uniform launderingUp to $150 per year for safety footwear allowanceUp to $400 per year for tool replacement allowanceComplimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST programEmployee benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwideThe opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment and a Vancouver heritage building with a historic legacy dating back to 1939Free learning programs through our Academies and discounted eCornell coursesAbility to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activitiesAnnual paid vacation, sick leave, up to statutory holidays and birthday leaveA comprehensive benefits package including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefitsA company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP)A monthly travel reimbursement for TransLink monthly passesWhat you will be doing: 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 ColleaguesEnsure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and/or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standardsActively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefingsEnsure all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectationsLiaise daily with Outlet Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedbackContinually strive to improve food preparation and presentationsMaintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilageHave full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotionsEnsure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipmentFollow kitchen policies, procedures and service standardsFollow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverageOther duties as assignedYour experience and skills include: Minimum 5 years' experience working in the Culinary field requiredMinimum 2 years supervisory experience in a high-end dining environment requiredRed Seal, Journeyman Cook Certification is requiredPrevious experience in a large luxury hotel environment is preferredPrevious experience in high volume banquet operation is preferredDiploma/Certification in a Culinary discipline an assetComputer literate in Microsoft Windows applications an assetStrong interpersonal and problem solving abilitiesHighly responsible & reliableAbility to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work cohesively as part of a teamAbility to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all timesAbility to work flexible schedules (including evenings, weekends and overnights)Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to): Constant standing and walking throughout shiftFrequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbsOccasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, liftingOccasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and rampsVisa Requirements:
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
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?
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