Job Title: Cook 2, Overnight In-Room Dining - Full Time

Company: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Location: Fairmont Pacific Rim, Vancouver, Canada

Job Type: Permanent

Company Description

As a Cook 2 – Overnight In-Room Dining, you are responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality culinary offerings to guests during overnight hours. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a calm, organized manner while upholding luxury service standards. You play a key role in ensuring guests receive exceptional dining experiences at any hour of the night.


Job Description

Why work for Fairmont Pacific Rim?

Be part of a progressive hotel that embraces the culture and vibrancy of one of Canada’s most beautiful cities, Vancouver, proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work, and the first hotel in North America to achieve Single-Use Plastic Free Certification
Work in a refined culinary environment focused on quality, consistency, and attention to detail, rather than high-volume production
A competitive rate of $32.75 per hour
Complimentary work meals through our Colleague Dining Program
Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program, offering 50% off at participating dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
TransLink monthly pass reimbursement program
Extensive benefits package, including health, paramedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (eligibility requirements apply)
Company-matched pension plan and the opportunity to enroll in the Group RRSP (eligibility requirements apply)
A complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program for newly hired colleagues
Opportunities to participate in sustainability, charity, and community engagement initiatives
Access to world-class culinary training, mentorship, and career development opportunities across Fairmont and Accor’s global portfolio
Be part of a collaborative and professional culinary team in a luxury environment where precision, pride, and guest experience are at the core of everything we do.
Enjoy discounted room rates at Fairmont hotels worldwide and special colleague rates across other Accor properties
What you will be doing:

Prepare, cook, and plate In-Room Dining menu items overnight in accordance with established recipes and brand standards
Execute orders efficiently and accurately during overnight service, ensuring quality, consistency, and proper presentation
Complete required prep for the morning shift, ensuring stations, ingredients, and key components are ready for a smooth breakfast service
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked kitchen station throughout the shift
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards, including proper labeling, dating, and temperature logging
Ensure correct storage and rotation of products to maintain freshness and minimize waste
Monitor inventory levels overnight and communicate needs to leadership for replenishment
Work independently while maintaining clear and professional communication with all overnight hotel departments
Adhere to EHC standards, Five Diamond, and Forbes Five-Star service expectations in all aspects of food preparation
Maintain a calm, professional approach during late-night and early-morning service periods
Other duties assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

Creative and passionate about food, with a strong commitment to exceptional guest service
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Strong knife skills, with the ability to execute a variety of cuts consistently and precisely
Ability to read and prioritize tasks from a prep list, determining the most efficient order of completion
Strong multitasking, time management, and organizational skills to ensure duties are completed efficiently
An attentive listener with the ability to follow directions precisely to achieve desired results
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during overnight hours
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes and prep lists accurately
Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene practices
Food Safe Certification required
Professional communication skills and a reliable, responsible work ethic
Neat and professional appearance in accordance with hotel grooming standards
Previous experience in a luxury hotel, In-Room Dining, or overnight kitchen environment is an asset
Food Safe Certification required
Previous experience in a luxury hotel or fine dining environment is an asset

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

You will be part of a small, trusted overnight culinary team that plays a critical role in supporting guest experience beyond regular dining hours. This role requires independence, accountability, and pride in execution, while maintaining close communication with Overnight IRD and Front Office colleagues.

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

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Posted: 21/05/2026