Second Cook

Coast Hotels Limited; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employee discounts

Training & development

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Coast Hotels Limited is seeking a Second Cook (2nd Cook) to support the culinary team in food preparation and presentation. You will work across shifts and stations, ensuring consistency with Coast Hotels standards while delivering high-quality guest experiences.

The role requires Food Safe Level I and WHMIS, high school completion, strong English communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food Safe Level I and WHMIS certifications required.
• Inter-Provincial Trade Qualifications completed or in progress.
• Ability to communicate in English and provide quality guest service.

Responsibilities

• Works a variety of shifts & stations.
• Ensures food preparation and service delivery standards are met.
• Maintains quality, quantity and presentation of all dishes per standards.
• Manages mise en place: requisitioning, receiving, storage and rotation.
• Cooks and presents food per menu descriptions and specs.
• Adheres to safety, hygiene and cleanliness regulations.
• Controls stock to minimize waste and supports leadership team with duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

English proficiency

Education

Inter-Provincial Trade Qualifications

Food Safe Level I

WHMIS

High school diploma

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 Second Cook (2nd 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:

• 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
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the Culinary leadership team

Knowledge/Skills/Experience:

• 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
  
• Good customer service philosophy
• Good 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
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Detail-oriented
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking, and presentation
• 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 !