First Cook Pastry

AccorHotel; Banff; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Banff is seeking a First Cook Pastry & Baking. This role involves preparing a variety of baked goods, maintaining quality standards, and supporting junior cooks. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years experience in Baking & Pastry Arts, a valid Food Handling Certification, and strong attention to detail. This full-time position offers a starting rate of $21.18 per hour with growth potential. On-site accommodations and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Subsidized staff accommodation

Complimentary meal per shift

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee travel program

Mountain Explorer Travel Program discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years Baking & Pastry Arts experience.
• Valid Canadian Food Handling Certification.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency with recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily production of a variety of baked goods.
• Support junior cooks by demonstrating proper technique.
• Maintain standards for food safety and hygiene.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Kitchen Experience

Hotel Experience

Cake Decorating

Knife Skills

Education

Certificate or Diploma from a recognized Culinary School

Job description

Passionate about pastry and baking? We’re looking for a First Cook Pastry & Baking with sharp attention to detail, a love for fast‑paced kitchens, and a drive to grow as a leader. Join a Michelin‑key winning team and help us make special moments happen one sweet creation at a time.

Starting Rate: $21.18 per hour

We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months and yearly up to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $26.72.

Job Duties

• Proficient in artisan breads, quick breads, and laminated doughs.
• Prepare daily production of fresh breads, rolls, muffins, scones, cakes, cookies, tarts, bars, macarons, chocolates, and other bakeshop items following standard recipes.
• Ensure all items are prepared with quality and consistency, including accurate scaling, weighing, rolling, and shaping.
• Receive and rotate products using FIFO; ensure proper labeling and dating to minimize waste.
• Record food fridge and freezer temperatures twice daily.
• Follow all standard operating procedures set by the Chef.
• Take ownership of assigned pastry/bake station readiness, ensuring organization and production timing supports service.
• Support junior pastry cooks by reinforcing consistency, scaling accuracy, and proper technique.
• Anticipate low stock or product issues before service and elevate to the CDP or Sous.
• Assist with training new or junior cooks by demonstrating proper technique and setup.
• Contribute ideas to features or improvements to menu execution, not just preparation.
• Maintain a composed service environment by modeling pace, discipline, and focus on quality.
• Set the pace for efficient mise en place preparation and timely execution of both banquet events and à‑la‑carte service.
• Maintain Fairmont standards for grooming, hygiene, food safety, and follow the Culinary Cultural Manual.
• Actively contribute ideas during daily shift briefings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years Baking & Pastry Arts experience.
• Certificate or Diploma from a recognized Culinary School (an asset).
• Valid Canadian Food Handling Certification.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency with recipes and plating.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Proven ability to work a station independently during peak service.
• Acts as a role model for junior cooks and actively supports kitchen culture.
• Demonstrates early leadership behaviors (ownership, accountability, anticipation).

Additional Information & Perks

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on‑site for full‑time status employees.
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal).
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits such as Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility, Drugs, and Gender Affiliation for full‑time permanent status employees.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full‑time permanent status employees.
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide.
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program exclusive room rates for colleagues, including 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler.
• Discounts while using our resorts’ Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses.

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

APPLY TODAY: Whether you’re just launching your career or looking for a new adventure we invite you to visit to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact in confidence: #CWMRCulinary

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time

Key Skills

• Culinary Experience
• Food Handling
• Restaurant Experience
• Food Preparation Experience
• Kitchen Experience
• Hotel Experience
• Taleo
• Cake Decorating
• Cooking
• Baking
• Sanitation
• Knife Skills

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1