Overview
Business Operating Name: Fairmont Empress Hotel
Title: Cook’s Assistant
Positions: 3
Terms of Employment: Temporary, Full-Time (30-40 hrs/week)
Work Duration: 6 months
Wage: $24.39 Hourly
Relocation: Transportation costs covered by the employer
Benefits: One meal per working day in the staff cafeteria, dry cleaning for your uniform (some exceptions apply) and 50% discount in our food & beverage outlets (exceptions may apply), and will be provided accommodation based on double occupancy during your contract period. You will be responsible for paying any personal income tax arising from these benefits.
Language of work: English
Work Location: Victoria, BC
This is a unionized position with access to union pay and benefits
The wage at the time of the offer is $24.39. The wage is subject to an increase to $27.87 after completing 50 shifts.
Company Profile:
Regarded as a Condé Nast Readers’ Choice and Gold List hotel, and honoured with the Travel + Leisure distinction as a top Canadian hotel, the Fairmont Empress graces Victoria’s sparkling Inner Harbour with an iconic presence. This luxury hotel in Victoria, British Columbia, offers 464 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, and expansive meeting and wedding space adjacent to the Victoria Conference Centre. Located on the picturesque West Coast of Canada, this is the ideal location to explore all the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.
With the most competitive wages, benefits, and incredible perks, Fairmont Empress is the premier destination in Victoria for many employees and guests. If you have strong culinary skills, we are looking for Cook’s Assistant to join our team and undertake the responsibilities described below.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
• Assist cook with daily preparation menu items
• Wash and chop vegetables, clean seafood, and prepare other ingredients for cooking
• General garbage removal and recycling
• Follow safety standards for storing, handling, and preparing food
• Maintaining a clean work environment and ensure the kitchen meets sanitation standards
* All duties will be performed in accordance with the Fairmont Empress’ commitment to luxury service standards
Employment Qualifications and Requirements:
• Completion of secondary school
• Previous experience is an asset
• Food Safety Certificate, or willingness to obtain before the employment start date
• Physically capable of: Continuous standing for extended periods of time, frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50lbs, working in hot and cold station environments
Your Skills Include:
• Be capable of taking direction
• Willingness to work collaboratively with chefs, cooks, and other kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely service.
• Attention to detail when following recipes, measuring ingredients, and ensuring food quality and presentation
Contact information/how to apply:
Email resume to: fairmontempressjobs@gmail.com
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals and specifically applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups – including Indigenous persons, vulnerable youth, newcomers, and persons with disabilities – who may contribute to the continued diversification of our organization.
