Second Cook
The Second Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food according to established menu standards while ensuring quality and consistency. They must also maintain food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards while managing food stock to minimize wastage.
- On-site
- Nanaimo, BC
- Posted Aug 4, 2026
- Apply by Aug 19, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
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 !
What you’ll do
The Second Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food according to established menu standards while ensuring quality and consistency. They must also maintain food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards while managing food stock to minimize wastage.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed high school and possess Food Safe Level I and WHMIS certifications. The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, stand for long periods, and lift up to 30 lbs.
Benefits
• Competitive wages • Employee discounts • Training and development • Career advancement opportunities
Listed skills
- Time managementPreferred
- Customer servicePreferred
- TeamworkPreferred
- Food safetyPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Food preparation
- Culinary arts
- Food safety
- Hygiene
- Customer service
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Multitasking
- Health and safety regulations
- Mise en place
- Workplace Inclusivity
- Professionalism
- Accountability
- Organizational Skills
- Self-Motivation
- Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
- Cleanliness
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Cooking
- English Language
- Food Safety And Sanitation
- Food Preparation
- Leadership
- Interpersonal Communications
- Mise En Place
- Time Management
- Stocks (Inventory)
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Customer Service & Support
- Second Cook
- Cook
- Cooks
- Cooks, Restaurant
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 19, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
