Pastry Sous Chef

As Pastry Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Pastry Chef in leading the pastry team and delivering exceptional, creative, and consistent pastry offerings across all outlets. You will play a key role in maintaining the highest culinary standards while inspiring and developing your team in a fast-paced luxury environment.

What is in it for you:

• 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
• Opportunities to work a variety of high-profile events and large-scale functions
• A competitive salary, starting from $$79,500 per annum
• 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
• Opportunity to lead within a luxury, high-profile banquet operation
• Work alongside a collaborative and professional culinary team in a luxury environment where precision, pride, and guest experience set the standard
• Enjoy discounted room rates at Fairmont hotels worldwide and special colleague rates across other Accor properties

 

What you will be doing:

• Support the day-to-day operation of the pastry kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient service across all outlets (restaurants, banquets, IRD, and events)
• Assist in menu development, recipe creation, and seasonal offerings, bringing innovation and creativity to all pastry items
• Ensure all products meet the highest quality, presentation, and taste standards aligned with Forbes Five-Star expectations
• Supervise, train, and mentor pastry colleagues, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and excellence
• Maintain consistency in production, portioning, and plating standards
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost control to meet budget targets
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
• Collaborate with culinary leadership and other departments to support hotel operations and special events

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or Pastry Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant
• Strong knowledge of classical and modern pastry techniques, baking, chocolate work, and plated desserts
• Creative mindset with attention to detail and presentation
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Food Safe certification

Your team and working environment:

You will be part of a passionate and talented culinary team committed to delivering unforgettable dining experiences. Our kitchens are dynamic, collaborative, and driven by creativity, precision, and a shared commitment to excellence.

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/

 

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