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Second Cook

@ Coast Hotels

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Victoria, British Columbia

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Overview

Coast Hotels is hiring a Second Cook to assist with food preparation, cooking and presentation in its culinary department, working a variety of shifts and stations. The role requires Food Safe Level I and WHMIS, with a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, cook and present food to menu and build sheet standards
  • Manage requisitioning, receiving, storage and rotation of mise en place
  • Follow food safety, hygiene and cleanliness regulations
  • Control food stocks to minimize waste
  • Work a variety of shifts and stations

Requirements summary:

  • High school completion with commitment to Inter-Provincial Trade Qualifications
  • Food Safe Level I and WHMIS certifications
  • Knowledge of food preparation, cooking and presentation
  • Ability to stand long periods, lift up to 30 lbs and bend
  • Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

Tools & skills

Food preparationCustomer serviceCookingFood safetyFood Handler CertificateWHMISInterpersonal skillsMultitaskingCommunication skillsHeavy liftingTime managementOrganizational skillsHealth and safety regulations

Benefits mentioned

Employee discount
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-28
First seen by our source
2026-10-29
Source record updated
2026-10-29

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentHospitality & tourism
Scheduleevening, holidays, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · lift 30 lb · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsFood Safe Level I, WHMIS
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedEmployee discount, Paid training

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Refreshingly Local™

Full company description

Ready to change your perspective? Coast Hotels turns the standard hotel concept on its head, with one-of-a-kind properties and a Refreshingly Local™ attitude for everyone who wants to experience a destination the way locals do. Discover our collection of over 49 hotels in Canada and the USA, each as unique and varied as its location, with a style, personality, and sense of place all its own, while delivering exceptional value and an unmatched dedication to our guests, backed by our innovative Coast Rewards loyalty program. Visit www.coasthotels.com or call 1.800.716.6199. Please note: Our LinkedIn inbox is not monitored 24/7. If you have a guest inquiry, our Central Reservations team would be happy to help at 1.800.716.6199 during regular business hours. Looking to join our team? We don’t process job applications here, but you can check out all our current openings and apply at www.coasthotels.com/careers.

LinkedIn followers
10,944
People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 700- 535 Thurlow Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 3L2, CA
  • 1301 6th Ave, Seattle, Washington 98101, US
Business categories
  • Resorts
  • Hospitality
  • Hotel
  • Tourism
Other recorded names
  • Coast Hotels
Specialties
  • hotels
  • resorts
  • accommodations
  • tourism
  • and food & beverage
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Reported total investment
0

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Ready to change your perspective? Coast Hotels turns the standard hotel concept on its head, with one-of-a-kind properties and a Refreshingly Local™ attitude for everyone who wants to experience a destination the way locals do. Discover our collection of over 49 hotels in Canada and the USA, each as unique and varied as its location, with a style, personality, and sense of place all its own, while delivering…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitality
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, BC
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1972
Specialtieshotelsresortsaccommodationstourismand food & beverage
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Job description

At Coast Hotels, we believe our Ambassadors (employees) are at the heart of creating refreshingly local exceptional guest experiences. We are proud to live our core values by fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives and backgrounds strengthen our team, our service, and our connection to the communities we serve.



The Second Cook (2nd Cook) will contribute to the overall success of the hotel by assisting in food preparation, providing superior customer service and specialized services for the culinary department. This role is responsible for maintaining a positive work environment and high internal/external customer service standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Works a variety of shifts & stations
  • Ensures food preparation and service delivery standards are consistently achieved and maintained
  • Ensures quality, quantity and presentation of all food prepared, meeting the Coast Hotels standards for freshness, appearance and consistency
  • Ensures correct daily requisitioning, receiving, storage and rotation of “mise en place”
  • Prepares, cooks and presents food as outlined in the menu descriptions, build sheets, photos, and / or Server’s checks
  • Is committed to working safely, including adherence to food safety regulations, hygiene and cleanliness
  • Ensures the security and control of all food stocks used in the Kitchen to ensure minimum food wastage
  • Carries out other duties as assigned by the Culinary leadership team

Knowledge/Skills/Experience:

  • Successful completion of high school, with a commitment to obtaining the Inter-Provincial Trade Qualifications
  • The following certifications are required: Food Safe Level I, WHMIS
  • Hepatitis A vaccination recommended
  • Self-motivated team player with demonstrated interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, multi-functional team environment
  • Good customer service philosophy
  • Good communication skills in the English language
  • Able to meet physical demands of the position, including standing for long period of time, lifting up to 30 lbs, and bending
  • Professional attitude and appearance
  • Detail-oriented
  • Good time management and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations
  • Knowledge of food preparation, cooking, and presentation
  • Exemplifies Coast's core values and enjoys working in a culture of accountability
  • Able to work a flexible schedule, which includes evenings, weekends and holidays


Coast Hotels offers a variety of benefits, including competitive wages & benefits, employee discounts, training & development, career advancement opportunities & more!

Coast Hotels is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates and Ambassadors.
If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know.

Coast Hotels would like to thank all interested applicants
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

NO PLACE LIKE COAST !

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