first cook

*First Cook*

_Le Méridien Toronto Pinnacle Hotel | Toronto, Ontario_

Employment Type: Full-time

*Savour Life?s Journey with a Career at Le Méridien Toronto Pinnacle Hotel*

At Le Méridien Toronto Pinnacle Hotel, our associates are curious, creative and passionate about connecting cosmopolitan travellers with Toronto?s local culture. We create memorable experiences that help our guests discover the destination while providing our associates with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive.

Located in downtown Toronto, our new 223-room hotel will feature multiple restaurants, a spa, and approximately 12,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space. We are seeking an experienced, highly organized and guest-focused Front Office Manager to join our pre-opening leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to build the front office operation from the ground up, develop a strong team and establish the service culture required for a successful hotel opening.

*Position Overview*

Reporting to the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, the First Cook is responsible for leading an assigned kitchen section and preparing high quality food for restaurants, banquets, events and in room dining. This role supports daily kitchen execution, food safety and the training of junior culinary associates.

*Key Responsibilities*

• Prepare, cook and present food according to approved recipes, portion standards and plating guides.
• Lead an assigned station during service and ensure products are prepared on time and to standard.

• Support banquet, event and restaurant production, including mise en place and service execution.
• Guide and support cooks and commis cooks; provide practical coaching during shifts.

• Maintain proper food storage, labelling, rotation, cleanliness and sanitation practices.
• Monitor product quality, minimize waste and communicate shortages or equipment concerns to the Chef.

• Follow all food safety, WHMIS, health and safety and hotel procedures.

*Qualifications and Experience*

• Minimum of three years of progressive culinary experience in a hotel, restaurant or banquet environment.
• Recognized culinary training or certification is an asset.

• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen organization and food safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and lead by example.

• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

*What We Offer*

• The opportunity to join the opening team of a new hotel in downtown Toronto.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Marriott hotel travel benefits, subject to eligibility and company policy.

• A collaborative, inclusive and guest focused work environment.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter.

Le Méridien Toronto Pinnacle Hotel is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates legally entitled to work in Canada.

Position Status: This posting is for a current job opening.

Pay: $26.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 ? 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• What is your hourly salary expectation?

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (required)

Work Location: In person