Botanist Cook 3 - Full Time

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Complimentary meals

Employee discounts

Transit pass reimbursement

Health insurance

Pension plan

Hotel stay program

Job summary

Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver is seeking a Cook 3 to join a collaborative culinary team. You will prepare and cook assigned menu items, support mise en place, and maintain high standards of quality and presentation in a fast-paced hotel kitchen.

The role requires 1–2 years of cooking experience, strong teamwork, and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Commensurate benefits and growth opportunities are offered by the employer.

Qualifications

• Culinary training or equivalent kitchen experience preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years of cooking experience in hotel/restaurant/high-volume kitchens.
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook assigned menu items following recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Assist with mise en place, station setup, and service preparation.
• Maintain consistent food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health & safety procedures.
• Support inventory rotation, labeling, and proper storage of food products.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and proper storage as required.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to support smooth daily operations.
• Support other kitchen areas as needed to meet operational demands.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Communication

Fast-paced work

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Company Description

The Cook 3 supports the culinary team by preparing menu items in accordance with established recipes, quality standards, and service timelines. This role is ideal for a developing cook who is building foundational skills while contributing to efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

Why work for Fairmont Pacific Rim?

• Be part of a progressive hotel that embraces the culture and vibrancy of one of Canada’s most beautiful cities, Vancouver, proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work, and the first hotel in North America to achieve Single-Use Plastic Free Certification


• Opportunities to work a variety of high-profile events and large-scale functions


• A competitive rate of $32.75 per hour


• Complimentary work meals through our Colleague Dining Program


• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program, offering 50% off at participating dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler


• TransLink monthly pass reimbursement program


• Extensive benefits package, including health, paramedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (eligibility requirements apply)


• Company-matched pension plan and the opportunity to enroll in the Group RRSP (eligibility requirements apply)


• A complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program for newly hired colleagues


• Opportunities to participate in sustainability, charity, and community engagement initiatives


• Access to world-class culinary training, mentorship, and career development opportunities across Fairmont and Accor’s global portfolio


• Work alongside a collaborative and professional culinary team in a luxury environment where precision, pride, and guest experience set the standard


• Enjoy discounted room rates at Fairmont hotels worldwide and special colleague rates across other Accor properties

What You Will Be Doing

• Prepare and cook assigned menu items following recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines


• Assist with mise en place, station setup, and service preparation


• Maintain consistent food quality, taste, and presentation


• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health & safety procedures


• Support inventory rotation, labeling, and proper storage of food products


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation


• Assist with receiving deliveries and proper storage as required


• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to support smooth daily operations


• Support other kitchen areas as needed to meet operational demands


• Other duties assigned

Your experience and skills include

• Culinary training or equivalent kitchen experience preferred


• Minimum 1–2 years of cooking experience, preferably in a hotel, restaurant, or high-volume kitchen environment


• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations


• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  
• Strong teamwork and communication skills


• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Additional Information

Your Team And Working Environment

You will work as part of a collaborative culinary team, supporting Cooks, Supervisors, and Culinary leadership to deliver high-quality food and consistent service.

Visa 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?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/ Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS