Third Cook Pastry (cook Assistant), Full-time, Seasonal May To October 2026

Fairmont Empress

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Hourly: $25.82 to $29.51; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
1-year recent luxury hotel or restaurant experience
Complete understanding of menu recipes and allergens
Ability to taste all food products including meats and seafood
Fairmont Empress is seeking a Third Cook Pastry to support the Executive Pastry Chef in preparing high-quality food items for various dining outlets from May to October 2026. The ideal candidate should have recent culinary experience, a Cook's Training certificate, and excellent communication skills, all while maintaining a commitment to food safety and guest service

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing full cooperation to the Executive Pastry Chef to ensure the highest level of production for all applicable outlets.
  • Candidates must possess a Cook's Training certificate from a High School, College, or University along with a Current Food Safe level 1 certification.
  • The position offers an hourly rate of $25.82 to $29.51 at the award-winning Fairmont Empress hotel in Victoria, BC.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Fairmont Empress is seeking a Third Cook Pastry to support the Executive Pastry Chef in preparing high-quality food items for various dining outlets from May to October 2026. The ideal candidate should have recent culinary experience, a Cook's Training certificate, and excellent communication skills, all while maintaining a commitment to food safety and guest service.

Salary

Hourly: $25.82 to $29.51; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 1-year recent luxury hotel or restaurant experience
  • Complete understanding of menu recipes and allergens
  • Ability to taste all food products including meats and seafood

Nice-to-have

  • Contribute ideas to menu development
  • Assist with recipe creation and documentation
  • Proactive task prioritization skills

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 1-year recent experience in comparable luxury service
  • Cook's Training certificate from accredited institution
  • Current Food Safe level 1 or equivalent certification
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

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