Job Description

The Chef de Cuisine at the Fairmont Olympic is in charge of managing the food preparation for a large variety of food items, meeting the needs for outlets and banquet production areas.

What is in it for you:

• Annual salary of $78,000
• Employee travel program offering discounted rates in Fairmont’s and Accor worldwide
• Parking/Commuting Discounts
• Paid meal breaks with complimentary meals served in our Staff Dining room
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Medical, dental, vison insurance available for all full-time colleagues and their families. Additional supplemental insurance available. Free base employee only medical insurance
• 401K Retirement plans with a 4% match for all colleagues
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Fun, elegant atmosphere with amazing colleagues!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assigns and supervises the work of Team Members in a section, trains culinary members and apprentices in all areas of their outlet or section
• Plans and co-ordinates activate and assist in the development of short and long-term goals set by Restaurant Executive Chef
• Assists the Restaurant Executive Chef in managing the performance of our team
• Responsible for the kitchen operation in the absence of the Executive Chef/ Restaurant Executive Chef
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Culinary Department ensures guest satisfaction in all assigned outlet and employee café
• Ensures that food is prepared according to standardized recipes and specifications to maintain consistency and ensure all quality standards and food cost standards are met
• Ensures that all food products are handled, stored, prepared and served safely in accordance with hotel and government Food Safety guidelines
• Other duties assigned as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years cooking experience including experience in a fine dining restaurant
• Experience in a luxury hotel with comparable service and standards
• Certificate or Recognized International Equivalent
• Valid King County Food Handler Certificate required
• Previous supervisory experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Aspires to become a Executive Chef with Fairmont Hotels and Resorts
• Must be an effective supervisor, trainer, administrator and team player with strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be innovative, detail oriented and quality conscious
• Must have valid USA work authorization

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All offers contingent on background check and E-Verify.

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