First Cook

Rosewood Hotel Georgia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 48,450 - 51,673; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Vancouver is seeking a First Cook to prepare high-quality food items in accordance with hotel standards. The candidate must have at least 2-3 years of experience in a similar role and possess a high school diploma, with culinary certification preferred. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen cleanliness, assisting with inventory, and collaborating with co-workers to ensure optimal service. This is a full-time position with a pay range of CA$35.17/hr - CA$37.51/hr.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience as a Line Cook at a 4 or 5 star hotel or restaurant.
• Knowledge of food handling safety standards.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food items according to hotel standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff and interns.

Skills

Knowledge of food handling

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Culinary skills

Education

High school diploma

Culinary certification

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$35.17/hr - CA$37.51/hr

JOB TITLE: First Cook

DIVISION: Food and Beverage

REPORTS TO: Sous Chef

ABOUT ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA

Rosewood Hotel Georgia combines the grandeur of the Roaring Twenties with contemporary design in the heart of Vancouver. First opened in 1927, the legendary award‑winning hotel has been meticulously restored to its place as one of the most prominent hotels worldwide. Providing a flawless combination of legacy with luxury, Rosewood Hotel Georgia features 156 guestrooms and suites, award‑winning dining, and Sense, a Rosewood Spa – the only 2‑Key Michelin‑rated hotel in Vancouver Canada, and the only city hotel. For generations, guests have indulged in Hotel Georgia’s charming ambience, remarkable service and landmark location.

THE IMPACT OF THIS ROLE

Plan, prepare, set up and provide quality service in all areas of hot/cold food production to include all menu items, displays/presentations of appetizers, entrees, side vegetable & potato dishes, sauce, stock, proteins and sandwiches in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards.
• Ensure that standards are maintained at a superior level on a daily basis.
• Maintain and strictly abide by Provincial/Federal sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental/hotel policies and procedures.
• Meet with Chef De Partie/Sous Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance.
• Set up work station with required mise en place, tools, equipment and supplies according to standards.
• Inspect the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies. Ensure everything complies with standards.
• Check production schedule and pars.
• Establish priority items for the day.
• Inform the Chef De Partie/Sous Chef of any supplies that need to be requisitioned for the day's tasks.
• Transport supplies from the storeroom and stock in designated areas.
• Inspect the cleanliness and organization of the line and work stations; rectify any deficiencies. Maintain throughout the shift.
• Start prep work and production of items needed for the day.
• Record Daily Fridge/Freezer temperatures in accordance with HACCP.
• Select, clean and prepare meat, seafood and vegetables.
• Handle seafood according to HACCP/Provincial and Federal health regulations.
• Prepare amenity orders for Room Service in accordance with specified requirements and hotel standards.
• Check P.O.S. printer at the work station; ensure that it is in working order and there is enough paper available for the shift.
• Prepare and produce Sauté, Grill & Sauce from the menu items for designated Food & Beverage outlets.
• Prepare all dishes following recipes and yield guides, according to department standards.
• Inform the Chef De Partie /Sous Chef of any shortages before the item runs out.
• Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods to the Chef De Partie /Sous Chef to ensure optimum service to guests.
• Inform Chef De Partie /Sous Chef of any excess items that can be used in daily specials or elsewhere.
• Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and hotel requirements/HACCP.
• Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food cost.
• Disinfect and sanitize cutting boards and worktables.
• Transport empty, dirty pots and pans to the pot wash station.
• Assist Stewards in order to make clean up a more efficient process.
• Breakdown work station and complete closing duties according to department standards:
• Return all food items to the proper storage areas.
• Rotate all returned product following the First In First Out system.
• Wrap, cover, label and date all items being put away.
• Straighten up and organize all storage areas.
• Clean up and wipe down food prep areas, reach‑ins/walk‑ins, shelves according to HACCP.
• Return all unused and clean utensils/equipment to the specified locations.
• Turn off all equipment not needed for the next shift.
• Restock items that were depleted during the shift.
• Review status of work and follow‑up actions required with the Supervisor before leaving.
• Exhibit a friendly, helpful and courteous manner when dealing with guests and fellow employees.
• All other duties as required.

CRITICAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: Minimum 2‑3 years experience as a Line Cook at a 4 or 5 star hotel or restaurant.
• Education: High school diploma; culinary certification preferred.
• General Skills: Knowledge of food handling (Food Safe certificate). Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand a guest’s service needs; work cohesively with co‑workers as part of a team; work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data. Must have experience in all aspects of the kitchen including basic pastry skills.
• Technical Skills: Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow through; be a clear thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment; work well under pressure of meeting production schedules and timelines for guests’ hot food orders; maintain good coordination; transport cases of received goods to the work station; pots and pans of food from storage/prep areas to the serving line; use all senses to ensure quality standards are met; differentiate dates; operate, clean and maintain all equipment required; comprehend and follow recipes; expand and condense recipes; produce creative and artistic food work; perform job functions with minimal supervision; work cohesively with co‑workers as part of a team.
• Language: Required to speak, read and write English, with fluency in other languages preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to exert physical effort, endure various physical movements throughout the work areas, reach up and down, remain stationary at times throughout work periods, and satisfactorily communicate with guests and co‑workers.

Full Time status does not denote guaranteed hours. Assignment of hours is subject to business demand.

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

Others

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the duties involved in this position, the company reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties when business need dictates.

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