First Cook

Coast Hotels Limited; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Training & development

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive wages

Job summary

Coast Hotels Limited is seeking a First Cook to support our culinary team in delivering high-quality meals and exceptional guest experiences. The role involves preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes in line with menu descriptions, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and collaborating with teammates to ensure timely order completion.

You should have at least 3 years as a 2nd cook and Food Safe Level I, WHMIS, and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of 2nd cook experience or equivalent.
• Successful completion of high school, with a commitment to obtaining the Inter-Provincial Trade Qualifications.
• The following certifications are required: Food Safe Level I, WHMIS.
• Hepatitis A vaccination recommended.
• Self-motivated team player with demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, multi-functional team environment.
• Demonstrated advanced customer service philosophy.
• Advanced communication skills in the English language.
• Able to meet physical demands of the position, including standing for long period of time, lifting up to 30 lbs, and bending.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderately complex tasks in area of specialty, such as assisting others to ensure the timely completion of orders and assisting with menu development
• Works a variety of shifts & stations
• Ensures food preparation and service delivery standards are consistently achieved and maintained
• Ensures quality, quantity and presentation of all food prepared, meeting the Coast Hotels standards for freshness, appearance and consistency
• Ensures correct daily requisitioning, receiving, storage and rotation of “mise en place”
• Prepares, cooks and presents food as outlined in the menu descriptions, build sheets, photos, and / Server’s checks
• Is committed to working safely, including adherence to food safety regulations, hygiene and cleanliness
• Directs and assists junior culinary ambassadors
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the Culinary leadership team

Skills

2nd Cook experience

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

English communications

Education

High school diploma

Inter-Provincial Trade Qualifications (to be obtained)

Tools

Food Safe Level I

WHMIS

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM

At Coast Hotels, we believe our Ambassadors (employees) are at the heart of creating refreshingly local exceptional guest experiences. We are proud to live our core values by fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives and backgrounds strengthen our team, our service, and our connection to the communities we serve.

The First Cook (1st Cook) will contribute to the overall success of the hotel by assisting in food preparation, providing superior customer service and specialized services for the culinary department. This role is responsible for maintaining a positive work environment and high internal/external customer service standards.

Responsibilities:

• Performs moderately complex tasks in area of specialty, such as assisting others to ensure the timely completion of orders and assisting with menu development
• Works a variety of shifts & stations
• Ensures food preparation and service delivery standards are consistently achieved and maintained
• Ensures quality, quantity and presentation of all food prepared, meeting the Coast Hotels standards for freshness, appearance and consistency
• Ensures correct daily requisitioning, receiving, storage and rotation of “mise en place”
• Prepares, cooks and presents food as outlined in the menu descriptions, build sheets, photos, and / or Server’s checks
• Is committed to working safely, including adherence to food safety regulations, hygiene and cleanliness
• Ensures the security and control of all food stocks used in the Kitchen to ensure minimum food wastage
• Directs and assists junior culinary ambassadors
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the Culinary leadership team

Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of 2nd cook experience or equivalent
• Successful completion of high school, with a commitment to obtaining the Inter-Provincial Trade Qualifications
• The following certifications are required: Food Safe Level I, WHMIS
• Hepatitis A vaccination recommended
• Self-motivated team player with demonstrated interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, multi-functional team environment
• Demonstrated advanced customer service philosophy
• Advanced communication skills in the English language
• Able to meet physical demands of the position, including standing for long period of time, lifting up to 30 lbs, and bending
• Exemplifies Coast’s core values and enjoys working in a culture of accountability
• Able to work a flexible schedule, which includes evenings, weekends and holidays

Coast Hotels offers a variety of benefits, including competitive wages & benefits, employee discounts, training & development, career advancement opportunities& more!

Coast Hotels is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates and Ambassadors. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know.

Coast Hotels would like to thank all interested applicants
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

NO PLACE LIKE COAST !