Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels is currently seeking a Cook 2 to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity that can provide flexibility, valuable work experience, and a chance to work with a tenured team.
Job Title: Cook 2
Property: Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels
***Please note:*** By applying to this posting, you are applying for opportunities that may be available at any Vintage Hotels or Niagara's Finest Hotels property.*** This posting is for an existing vacancy within Lais Hotel Properties Limited.
Position Summary: Prepares and cooks buffet and a la carte for the restaurant and for special occasions, conferences and other functions in a manner consistent with a superior dining facility.
Duties and Responsibilities: Primary Responsibilities: Providing personalized and exceptional guest service at every given opportunity
Prepares and cooks items for breakfast buffet and the lunch a la carte menu
Sets up line for the lunch buffet when required and cooks all menu items on a daily basis
Work in and maintain a clean environment
Follow Lais Hotel Properties’ standards for food preparation
Assists in the preparation of stocks and soups as required under the direction of the Executive Sous Chef
All other duties as assigned
Secondary Responsibilities: Having a thorough knowledge of Lais Hotel Properties’ products and services
Suggesting additional products and services meeting our guests’ specific preferences
Technical/Managerial/Administrative Requirements: Basic knowledge of WHMIS is considered an asset
Standard first aid is considered an asset
Ability to work under minimal supervision
Understand and practice of safe food handling
Professional Requirements: Grade 12 or equivalent experience




Theoretical training at a community college in a cook apprenticeship program for one year and 6000 hours of in-house on-the-job training under certified Chef or equivalent experience of 3-5 years
Excellent eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills for cutting, chopping and arrangement of meals on plate
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate
Previous up-selling and/or sales experience is considered an asset
Basic literacy skills
Personal Attributes: Able to work flexible shifts
Excellent grooming and hygiene
Professional work ethics
Some artistic talent and/or flair for decorating
Valuable safety habits
Confidence in selling and up-selling products and services
Positive sales-oriented personality
Desire to meet goals
Ethical and honest
Physical Requirements: Bending and lifting in excess of 50 lbs
Able to stand for long periods of time
Able to work in a hot environment
Work in a safe and responsible manner
Constant interruptions and noisy atmosphere make concentration difficult at times
Lais Hotel Properties Limited is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our team.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.

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📌 COOK 2 (Ontario)
🏢 Lais Hotel Properties L
📍 Ontario