Second Cook - Pastry

Fairmont; Lake Louise; On-site; CAD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized staff accommodation

One complimentary meal per shift

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension plan

Employee travel discounts

Mountain Explorer Travel Program

Job summary

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is seeking a Pastry team member to elevate dessert offerings at one of Canada’s premier luxury properties. Join a skilled team within the pastry department and develop culinary talents alongside renowned chefs in the Canadian Rockies.

You will work full-time permanent hours, with a wage of $20.34 per hour and benefits that reflect our commitment to staff welfare. Enjoy complimentary staff meals, on-site accommodations, and opportunities to grow within Fairmont and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years cooking experience.
• Experience in a luxury hotel is asset.
• Certificate or Diploma from a recognized Culinary School an asset.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to make effective decisions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the necessary food items as directed by the Pastry Chef/Chef de Partie in accordance with standards and in a timely and efficient fashion to ensure that there is no interruption to guest service.
• Adhere to standardized recipes and specifications in order to maintain consistency and ensure all standards are met.
• Keep work station clean and organized including fridges/freezers, countertops and stovetops.
• Ensure that station opening and closing procedures are carried out to standard.

Skills

Cooking

Attention to detail

Time management

Cleanliness

Education

Culinary certificate/diploma

Job description

Embrace your passion for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and many other outdoor activities in Banff National Park while pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Take a risk, make a change and experience a new adventure while further developing your career. To live and work in a National Park is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Our team is a network of empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play hard and receive extraordinary benefits including subsidized onsite accommodations, which make saving money very easy to manage. Join our Fairmont family today!

Job Description

Come join the Pastry team at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Develop your culinary skills with some of Fairmont’s most talented chefs, while enjoying the lifestyle of the Canadian Rockies.

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Wage: $20.34/hr

• Prepare the necessary food items as directed by the Pastry Chef/Chef de Partie in accordance with standards and in a timely and efficient fashion to ensure that there is no interruption to guest service
• Adhere to standardized recipes and specifications in order to maintain consistency and ensure all standards are met
• Keep work station clean and organized including fridges/freezers, countertops and stovetops
• Ensure that station opening and closing procedures are carried out to standard

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years cooking experience
• Experience in a luxury hotel with comparable service and standards an asset
• Certificate or Diploma from a recognized Culinary School an asset
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to make effective decisions
• Demonstrates initiative, and the ability to work with minimal supervision

You may be required to work on holidays, weekends, overnights and other non-day shifts. Submission of your application to Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise indicates that you are able to meet these requirements as needed.

Additional Information

• 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 $8/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500/year), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affiliation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) 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 world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program - Discounted room rates including 50% off all food & beverage at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor

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

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or 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:[e-mail]

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

At Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.