2nd Cook

2nd Cook (Cook 2)
Reports To: Executive Chef

BE PART OF MARRIOTT OTTAWA'S FUTURE

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels.

Located one block south of Parliament in the heart of the Nation's Capital, Marriott Ottawa has been a long-time icon of hospitality for our Guests. With 489 Guestrooms, 36000 sqft of Event space, a 26th-floor Concierge Lounge, SPIN Kitchen & Bar, and a Starbucks, crowned by our rotating rooftop Summit venue, we are the tallest hotel in the City and second-largest hotel overall.

Marriott Ottawa is preparing to begin a transformative, top-to-bottom renovation of all guestrooms, event space, restaurants and public areas, commencing in 2023, positioning the hotel to continue its storied legacy of hospitality excellence.

Be where you can do your best work, Begin your purpose, Belong to an amazing global team, and Become the best version of you.

YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Are Caring
• Are a Storyteller
• Are Extraordinary
• Are Open Minded

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Consistently produce quality food as per standards from the Executive Chef.
• Maintain food quality and service in accordance with standardized company recipes and procedures.
• Promote and maintain effective communications between the main prep. kitchen and the service kitchen.
• Foster positive relationships with Cooks, Servers and Managers.
• Keep the Executive Chef informed of all pertinent information regarding the prep. kitchen through 1st Cook.
• Regularly report all needed maintenance projects.
• Keep all production charts properly filled out and use all charts as per SOP.
• Conduct daily taste panel with the 1st Cook.
• Prepare the complete line of breakfast set up and establish an adequate par for the set up.
• Check daily use records with the 1st Cook so as to make sure that estimates are filled in correctly and production is following these estimates as closely as possible.
• Pull all food needed for daily production from walk-in box and utilize all leftovers as per SOP and with direction from the 1st Cook.
• "Bring up" complete restaurant luncheon menu.
• Make sure that all food is ready on time.
• Remain in the work area at all times and in event of the completion of the work for the day, plan the next day's work.
• Whenever time is available, cooperate with Banquet personnel and help with Banquet food production.
• Whenever time is available, P.M. advance preparation should be done as soon as the relief Cook reports to work. Also, advance preparation for the next day should be started at this point.
• Direct and supervise the Kitchen Helper's production.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the entire prep. kitchen, walk-in freezers, walk-in boxes and all reach-in refrigerators.
• All foods under refrigeration must be properly identified, covered and dated.
• Check over menu with the P.M. Cook to make sure that adequate set-ups for dinner and the next day's lunch has been secured.
• Practice and enforce the "clean as you go" policy.
• Attend all Associate meetings, and come up with suggestions for solving problems.
• Ensure a safe working environment, meeting SGS standards.
• Complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Other reasonable duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

• 2 years hospitality program certificate at community college or post-secondary institution.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in culinary training.
• Previous experience in the classical areas of the Kitchen (Vegetable/Grill/Banquets/Garde-manger)
• Red Seal certification preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Strong sense of teamwork.
• Passionate about cooking.
• Strong communicator possessing strong organizational skills.
• Work calmly under high pressure situations

THE COMPANY:

Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and hotels.

Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skill sets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity, and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.

With over 75 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 70 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest's portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from Roadside inns to luxury urban properties.

At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivaled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada's largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.

What we offer

• Positive respectful culture
• Marriott Worldwide Travel perks and benefits
• Duty Meal & Food and Beverage Discounts
• Rewards and Recognition
• Growth Opportunities
• Chance to work with some amazing people

InnVest Hotels is an inclusive employer. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate all applications, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $30.41 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Application question(s):

• Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?
• Are you currently located near Ottawa Ontario and able to reliably commute to and from the workplace?
• Are you a graduate of a culinary program?
• If selected, how much notice do you need prior to starting?

Experience:

• Culinary training: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person