Chef de Cuisine
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 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.
Chef de Cuisine - Wildflower & Grill Room
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 Chef de Cuisine, work in a kitchen committed to preparing and serving the finest quality meals whilst inspiring and fostering our Culinary teams.
Salary Range: $78,000 - $88,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications
Job Duties Include:
- Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items according to hotel recipes and food safe standards. Controlling food costs and wastage
- Conduct daily shift briefings whilst coaching, mentoring and driving colleagues. Successfully manage labour productivity
- Liaise daily with restaurant Managers to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback and service issues.
- Maintain and enhance the food products through creative menu development and presentation, whilst ensuring proper and adequate levels of food are held and ordered
- Adhere to menu engineering program and create seasonal and holiday menus according to hotel guidelines
- 3-4 year's high volume culinary management experience in a luxury hotel or large kitchen environment
- Safe Food Handling Certification required
- Strong skills in food presentation with a familiarity of contemporary serving styles
- Proven track record of cost control including food, equipment, labour and wastage
Job Perks & Benefits:
- Subsidized staff accommodation provided
- Access to our Employee Travel Program, with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
- Hotel leisure benefits including Golf/Ski passes
- Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift
Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: At Fairmont Chateau Whistler, 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.
If you are contacted by a Recruiter, kindly inform them at any stage of the recruitment process if you will need support or accommodations.
Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: cwr.careers@fairmont.com
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APPLY TODAY: For more information on working and living at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler please visit Fairmont Chateau Whistler Careers (whistler-jobs.ca)