Cook 4 (Cook's Helper) - Part Time

Hyatt Regency; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hyatt Regency Vancouver is seeking a dedicated, creative and customer service-oriented Part Time - Cook 4 (Cook's Helper) to join the Culinary team.

The Cook's Helper role requires basic culinary skills or related cooking experience and good communication. This production position involves working under supervision to support the kitchen and prepare menu items for guests. The starting wage is CAD 26.08/hour, rising to CAD 30.42 after six months, and CAD 34.77 after one year.

Qualifications

• BC Food Safe certificate required.
• Available for weekends/holidays (afternoon/evening) shifts.
• Ability to perform duties timely with minimal supervision.
• Eager to train and work in various kitchen areas.
• Basic culinary skills and knowledge required.
• Culinary degree is an asset.
• Previous hotel/restaurant experience is an asset.
• Desire to satisfy guests in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and English skills.
• Able to multitask.
• Organized and clean.
• Able to work with diverse team.
• Excellent team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist the culinary team in creating menu items and supporting production.
• Provide support across kitchen areas as needed to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Communication skills

English language

Multi-tasking

Team player

Organized

Clean

Education

BC Food Safe certificate

Culinary degree (asset)

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Summary

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive colleagues who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. Our colleagues select us because we provide amazing opportunities, growth and development, a caring and inclusive culture, and fantastic benefits like:

• Discounted lodging accommodations at Hyatt worldwide
• Discounts on food and beverage
• Discounted transit passes
• Recognition programs
• Excellent training and professional development

Organization- Hyatt Regency Vancouver

Summary

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive colleagues who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. Our colleagues select us because we provide amazing opportunities, growth and development, a caring and inclusive culture, and fantastic benefits like:

• Discounted lodging accommodations at Hyatt worldwide
• Discounts on food and beverage
• Discounted transit passes
• Wellbeing programs
• Recognition programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Excellent training and professional development

The Hyatt Regency Vancouver is seeking a dedicated, creative and customer service-oriented Part Time - Cook 4 (Cook's Helper) to join the Culinary team.

The Cook's Helper is a culinary position that requires basic culinary skills or related cooking experience and good communication skills. This is typically a production position that requires total supervision and training. The Cook’s Helper in our kitchen works to assist the culinary team in creating wonderful menu items for our guests. This position requires attention to detail and basic culinary knowledge.

The starting wage for this position is $26.08 per hour, after the first six months it will increase to $30.42 per hour, and after one year will be at the full rate of $34.77 per hour.

Being part of our Hyatt Regency Vancouver family means always having the opportunity to be yourself. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for as a team that learns and grows together. Be a part of something bigger.

Enjoy life every day. Make a difference in the lives of those around you. Love where you work. Join a family that values respect, integrity, humility, empathy, creativity and fun. Your perfect opportunity. At Hyatt, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our purpose, to care for people so they can be their best.

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we gratefully honour and acknowledge that the lands on which we have the privilege to live and work are part of the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations). Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land and who honour and celebrate this territory. This sacred gathering place provides us with an opportunity to engage in and demonstrate leadership on reconciliation.

We welcome colleagues and guests from all over the world and we know that bringing diverse perspectives and underrepresented voices into the conversation strengthens our organization. There is no room for racism, discrimination or hatred of any kind at Hyatt Hotels.

Visa Requirements

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

Qualifications

• Must have BC Food Safe certificate
• Must be available to work various shifts including weekends and holidays (afternoon and/ or evening shifts) as per business needs
• Must be able to perform all duties and tasks assigned in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Must be eager to train and work in various areas of the kitchen (outlets, staff cafeteria and banquet functions included)
• Basic culinary skills and knowledge is a requirement
• Culinary degree is an asset
• Previous hotel or restaurant experience is an asset
• Must have a true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment
• Must have good communication skills and a good understanding of the English language
• Must be capable of multi-tasking
• Must be organized and clean
• Must be able to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Must be an excellent team player

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling
• Occasional ascending or descending stairs and ramps
• Capable of performing repetitious duties