Cook / Cook II (Casual Part Time)

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meal per shift

Colleague Lifestyle Program access

Career growth within Fairmont Jasper &

Job summary

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge invites applications for a Second Cook in a luxury hospitality setting. You will support culinary operations, ensuring quality cuisine and efficient production for both à la carte and banquet service.

The role requires Alberta Food Handler Certification, strong knife skills, and a collaborative team attitude in a fast-paced environment. You will contribute to maintaining high standards, participating in safety and sanitation practices, and delivering exceptional guest

Qualifications

• 2 years kitchen experience in a fast paced casual dining environment
• Alberta Food Handler Certification is required
• Knife handling and safety skills required
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting
• Team-oriented with minimal supervision
• Customer-focused with calm, courteous demeanor

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, friendly, engaging service
• Prepare and oversee food items for la carte and banquet menus per hotel recipes and standards
• Ensure compliance with EHC policies and hotel standards
• Maintain cleanliness of all work areas, utensils and equipment
• Demonstrate knowledge of menu items, daily features and promotions
• Address guest allergy concerns promptly and report to Chef De Partie
• Follow LQA standards and uphold grooming policy
• Follow safety and sanitation policies in food and beverage
• Represent the Fairmont brand with exceptional interactions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Kitchen experience

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Under pressure

Guest-focused

Appearance & grooming

Education

Alberta Food Handler Certification

Job description

Company Description

Experience luxury, adventure, and the great outdoors at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; where the stunning Canadian Rockies are your backyard. Take your career to new heights while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, world-class hospitality, and endless opportunities to explore. This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to live, work, and thrive in a place like no other. Join us and make every day an unforgettable adventure! Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge has just completed the a multi-phase resort transformation, including all new venues, refreshed spaces, and evolving service models. Restaurant, Bar & Guest Services teams will be working in newly renovated spaces, with updated layouts, technology, and guest flow.

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, as our new Cook. Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodgebegins behind the scenes with our culinary team’s commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. As Second Cook, the care you devote to preparing each menu item will not go unnoticed by the guests who are fortunate enough to enjoy them!

What you will be doing

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Execute food items for a la carte and/or banquet menus according to hotel recipes and standards while assisting and overseeing production for relevant department
• Ensure compliance with hotel EHC policies and hotel standards.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Handle guest allergy concerns with appropriate care and importance by reporting to Chef De Partie
• Adhere to all LQA standards set up for the department
• Consistently uphold a professional and well-groomed appearance in accordance with the company’s grooming policy
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2 years kitchen experience required in a fast paced casual dining experience
• Completion of Alberta’s Food Handler Certification is required
• Solid knife handling and safety required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team with minimum supervision
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Visa Requirements

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

Job Perks & Benefits

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. In addition,

• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria
• Automatically added to our resort’s Colleague Lifestyle Program which includes access to staff activities and events
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Jasper Park Lodgeand over 5,700 properties with Accor