Second Cook - Pastry

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Whistler; On-site; CAD 32,855 - 39,812; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff housing

Free meals

Employee travel program discounts

Golf and ski passes

Job summary

Fairmont Chateau Whistler is hiring a Second Cook – Pastry to join our dedicated Culinary team. You will prepare, bake and plate pastry items for a la carte and buffet menus, and help manage kitchen operations.

This full-time role starts in Summer 2026 with a starting wage of $23.85 per hour, increasing after six months and annually, reaching $28.90 after three years. Substantial staff benefits apply including subsidized accommodation and meal privileges.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in the culinary field.
• Diploma or certification in a culinary discipline.
• Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent a plus.
• Ability to focus on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake and serve pastry items for a la carte and buffet menus.
• Organize and manage buffets and banquets.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards, and all safety and sanitation policies.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Ensure proper labeling, dating and storage of all items in the kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness and maintenance of work areas, utensils and equipment.
• Train and supervise junior staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances and handle guest allergy concerns.

Skills

Culinary experience

Guest focus

Team supervision

Food safety

Education

Culinary diploma/certification

Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter and an on‑site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year‑round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler’s largest conference resort hotel, offering five unique dining outlets, a slope‑side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.

Job Description

Second Cook – Pastry

Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Hotels and Resorts begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team’s commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. As a Second Cook within our Pastry team, the care you devote to preparing each menu item will not go unnoticed by the guests who are fortunate enough to enjoy them.

This is a full‑time, permanent position, starting in Summer 2026.

Starting rate of pay: $23.85 per hour. Pay increases after six months and annually thereafter, reaching $28.90 after three years.

Job Duties

• Prepare, bake and serve all food items for a la carte and buffet menus, or individual dishes.
• Organize and manage buffets and banquets.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards, and all safety and sanitation policies.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Ensure proper labeling, dating and storage of all items in the kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness and maintenance of work areas, utensils and equipment.
• Train and supervise junior staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances and handle guest allergy concerns with appropriate care by reporting to the Sous Chef.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in the culinary field.
• Diploma or certification in a culinary discipline.
• Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent a plus.
• Ability to focus on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.

Job Perks & Benefits

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided.
• Complimentary meal in staff cafeteria per shift.
• Access to Employee Travel Program, including discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont and Accor properties worldwide.
• Hotel leisure benefits including golf and ski passes.

Visa Requirements

To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.