Cook’s Assistant

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.