Second Cook, Pastry Kitchen

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paramedical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

Disability coverage

RRSP & TFSA options

Complimentary meals

Job summary

Fairmont Palliser invites you to join our luxury pastry kitchen as a Second Cook, Pastry. You will craft cutting-edge pastry items for our outlets and events under the Pastry Chef's guidance, contributing to an elevated guest experience in a world-class hotel.

We seek a motivated individual with at least 2 years in a hotel kitchen, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment, and passionate about pastries.

Qualifications

• 2 years of kitchen experience, preferably in hotel operation.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Comfortable working with guests in public areas.
• Communicates effectively to provide clear direction to hotel colleagues and leaders.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive service to guests and colleagues.
• Ensure consistency in preparation and execution of all pastry items according to standard recipes.
• Prepare daily production of pastries, scones, cakes, cookies, tarts, and chocolate work.
• Maintain full knowledge of all menu items including ingredients and allergies.
• Assist and support other kitchen areas and colleagues as needed.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and ensure Health & Safety standards are met.
• Ensure compliance with food safety & hygiene policies at all times.
• Complete temperature records accurately.
• Clean kitchen equipment including fridges and freezers.
• Promote sustainability and food waste reduction policies.
• Foster teamwork between kitchen and other departments.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Fast-paced environment

Guest interaction

Communication skills

Job description

Company Description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

Fairmont Palliser | A Legacy of Excellence, A Future of Possibility

For over a century, Fairmont Palliser has stood as Calgary’s most iconic hotel—a symbol of timeless elegance, heartfelt hospitality, and deep community roots. Since opening in 1914, we have welcomed dignitaries, trailblazers, and generations of guests with impeccable service and unforgettable experiences.

Our story is woven into the fabric of Calgary’s history, and our people are at the heart of it all. At Fairmont Palliser, we believe in creating a workplace where tradition meets innovation, where careers are cultivated, and where everyone is empowered to thrive. Whether you are just beginning your journey in hospitality or bringing years of experience to the table, here you will find a team that values connection, excellence, and purpose.

Join us in delivering elevated experiences and be part of a legacy that continues to shape the future of hospitality in Calgary.

About the Application Process

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Palliser as our new Second Cook, Pastry Kitchen. Inspire and create the grandest experience for our guest, clients and colleagues every day. Create cutting edge and high end dishes for our food and beverage outlets and event spaces. Create for yourself a career and develop within a world class hotel operation. Reporting to the Pastry Chef.

Key Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive service to all our guest and colleagues.
• Ensure the consistency in the preparation and execution of all food items according to the hotel recipes and standards
• Ensure we are producing and serving the best possible product to our guests and colleagues.
• Prepare daily production of fresh scones, cakes, cookies, tarts, squares/bars, tempering chocolate for garnish and other pastry shop items according to the standard recipes
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, including ingredients and allergies
• Assist and support other kitchen areas and fellow colleagues as needed
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment and ensures that all Health & Safety standards are met, procedures followed and has the knowledge and tools to work safely
• Maintain awareness of, and ensuring compliance with all food safety & hygiene policies and procedures are followed at all times
• Completes all temperature records, honestly and correctly.
• Cleaning of kitchen equipment including fridges and freezers
• Maintain awareness of, and ensuring compliance with all sustainability and food waste reduction/diversion policies, procedures and programs at the hotel
• Promoting teamwork between the kitchen and all other departments, especially food and beverage service colleagues & leaders
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

What will you bring to this role?

• 2 years of kitchen experience, preferably in hotel operation
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume Kitchen
• Comfortable working with guests in a public areas
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, to provide clear direction to all hotel colleagues & leaders
• Demonstrates a high level of responsibility and accountability
• Energetic, self-motivated, out-going, team-player

Additional Information

Employee Benefits

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. Comprehensive benefits package including health, paramedical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage for eligible employees. Company-matched pension plan, as well as RRSP & TFSA options. Complimentary meal in staff cafeteria during shifts.

Our Values

Respect

We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.

Excellence

We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.

Belonging

We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.

Empowerment

We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.

Integrity

We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

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