First Cook (1 Part-Time)

The Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel offers an upscale experience for many valued guests, and provides an equally thrilling experience to grow a career! With 32,000 square feet of meeting and convention space and 390 premium guest rooms, our Associates are front and center of the hotel; driving all aspects of the business!

At the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, we take pride in fostering an environment where learning and development is a lifestyle. Apply today and embark on a rewarding career path!

Responsibilities

• Preparation and production of menu items for Harold’s Kitchen & Bar, catering, banquets & in-room dining
• Follows all food safety procedures to ensure guest and associates health
• Ensures that sanitation, hygiene and safety standards for proper food storage and handling are met
• Finds creative solutions to guest requests
• Ensures a safe working environment through proper use of equipment, being proactive in accident prevention and diligent in eliminating safety hazards
• Assists the culinary team with various food preparation tasks
• Leads the line Cooks when manager is not on duty
• Informs Chef immediately of any equipment that is broken or requires maintenance
• Performs other tasks assigned by management

Requirements

• Must be available to work from 6am-2:30pm and 2:30pm-11pm on mainly Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, other days as required
• Must have flexible availability to work a variety of shifts throughout the week: day, afternoon, evenings, statutory holidays, weekends, as needed.
• A sincere passion for the culinary arts and prides themselves on creating inspiring dishes using local ingredients
• A Red Seal certification or is in the process of achieving designation
• Successful completion of a diploma in culinary arts, or comparable academic achievement a big asset
• Is excited by an energetic, fast-paced environment
• Understanding that success lies in working together and enjoys working in a team
• Experience working in similar size restaurants and/ or hotels
• Is excited to belong to a team of caring, warm, energetic Team Members

The Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Accommodations will be made available upon request for applicants with disabilities to enable them to participate in the selection process. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing the application materials or any aspect of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department upon application.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $29.56 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Richmond, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safety Certification (required)

Work Location: In person