Second Cook, Pastry Kitchen

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

Fairmont Palliser | A Legacy of Excellence, A Future of Possibility

For over a century, Fairmont Palliser has stood as Calgary’s most iconic hotel—a symbol of timeless elegance, heartfelt hospitality, and deep community roots. Since opening in 1914, we have welcomed dignitaries, trailblazers, and generations of guests with impeccable service and unforgettable experiences.

Our story is woven into the fabric of Calgary’s history, and our people are at the heart of it all. At Fairmont Palliser, we believe in creating a workplace where tradition meets innovation, where careers are cultivated, and where everyone is empowered to thrive. Whether you are just beginning your journey in hospitality or bringing years of experience to the table, here you will find a team that values connection, excellence, and purpose.

Join us in delivering elevated experiences and be part of a legacy that continues to shape the future of hospitality in Calgary.

About the Application Process

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Palliser as our new Second Cook, Pastry Kitchen. Inspire and create the grandest experience for our guest, clients and colleagues every day. Create cutting edge and high end dishes for our food and beverage outlets and event spaces. Create for yourself a career and develop within a world class hotel operation. Reporting to the Pastry Chef.

Responsibilities

Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive service to all our guest and colleagues.; Ensure the consistency in the preparation and execution of all food items according to the hotel recipes and standards; Ensure we are producing and serving the best possible product to our guests and colleagues.; Prepare daily production of fresh scones, cakes, cookies, tarts, squares/bars, tempering chocolate for garnish and other pastry shop items according to the standard recipes; Have full knowledge of all menu items, including ingredients and allergies; Assist and support other kitchen areas and fellow colleagues as needed; Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service; Maintains a safe and clean work environment and ensures that all Health & Safety standards are met, procedures followed and has the knowledge and tools to work safely; Maintain awareness of, and ensuring compliance with all food safety & hygiene policies and procedures are followed at all times; Completes all temperature records, honestly and correctly.; Cleaning of kitchen equipment including fridges and freezers; Maintain awareness of, and ensuring compliance with all sustainability and food waste reduction/diversion policies, procedures and programs at the hotel; Promoting teamwork between the kitchen and all other departments, especially food and beverage service colleagues & leaders; Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

2 years of kitchen experience, preferably in hotel operation; Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume Kitchen; Comfortable working with guests in a public areas; Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, to provide clear direction to all hotel colleagues & leaders; Demonstrates a high level of responsibility and accountability; Energetic, self-motivated, out-going, team-player