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Executive Chef Job Open At ARC Restaurant, Fairmont Waterfront

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The GOODS from ARC Restaurant & Bar

Vancouver, BC | A special occasion calls for great food! As Restaurant Executive Chef with ARC Restaurant & Bar you will lead a team of culinary professionals in creating spectacular dishes that will create memorable dining experiences for our Guests. Your experience in managing various aspects of a kitchen will be reflective in positive Guest satisfaction and Colleague engagement results.

Simple, fresh, local and handcrafted. ARC is the perfect West Coast Setting to enjoy urban artisan food created by our Executive Chef, Karan Suri. Join us at the Chef’s Bench, a place to share and experience hands on culinary expertise; or sit at our sensational bar, a vibrant hub for meeting old friends and new. Check out the chalk board for Chef’s picks, then pair them with local craft beers, world-class wines and cocktails mixed to perfection. Life is complicated. Good food shouldn’t be.

Hotel Overview | Nestled on Vancouver’s harbour and offering stunning water-views of Stanley Park, coastal mountains and sparkling city skyline, The Fairmont Waterfront truly embodies relaxed West Coast luxury. This 4 Diamond urban retreat features spacious and newly renovated guest rooms and suites including an exclusive concierge level, Fairmont Gold. Enjoy the convenient central location steps from Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Stanley Park Seawall, historic Gastown and Canada Line Skytrain with quaint shops, galleries and trendy eateries all nearby. Relax pool side, explore the hotel’s unique rooftop herb garden and honeybee apiary and dine in ARC to sample local and seasonally inspired cuisine.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
Ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and or buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
Conduct daily shift briefings to kitchen colleagues
Ensure all kitchen colleagues are aware of standards & expectations
Liaise daily with Outlet Managers to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
Maintain and enhance the food products through creative menu development and presentation
Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
Actively interact with guests at tables
Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
Ensure proper staffing and scheduling in accordance to productivity guidelines
Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
Other duties as assigned

What you bring to the table:

Previous leadership experience in the culinary field required
Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent required
Diploma or Certification in a Culinary discipline an asset
Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
Constant standing and walking throughout shift
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
Constant standing and walking throughout shift

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you’re launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit http://bit.ly/1SQJmLr to apply and learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts—and the extraordinary opportunities that exist! To see our ARC team in action visit http://bit.ly/1MXaWGK.

ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS | At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That’s why you’ll find exceptional work opportunities—throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific—as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London’s The Savoy, New York’s The Plaza, and Shanghai’s Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits!

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