Assistant Manager Chef

Vail Resorts

Whistler

On-site

CAD 58,000 - 80,000

Full time

46 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Housing Availability
Excellent training and professional开发?
RSP Options
Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring for winter 2026/27 in Whistler to support our Food and Beverage team as assistants and culinary leaders. This role focuses on daily operations to promote teamwork, quality, and guest satisfaction across a fast-paced dining environment.

Starting wage ranges from $57,686 to $79,567 CAD, with winter seasonal employment and full-time hours. Housing is available, and applicants should have a culinary background and ServSafe certification, plus English fluency.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Culinary degree or certification preferred
  • ServSafe certification or regional equivalent required
  • 3+ years of kitchen experience required, 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred
  • Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift, lift and/or carry up to 50lbs
  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

  • Managing the culinary team including hiring, scheduling, training and developing teammates, managing performance including reviews, and succession planning
  • Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Assist with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks
  • Oversee and support warehouse staff and operations including shipping and receiving, inventory ordering and maintenance, product rotations and food waste reporting
  • Resolve guest issues or complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience (GX) scores
  • Administrative duties as needed including managing budgets, processing transfers and waste
  • Other duties as assigned

Job description

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more.

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you’ll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

  • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
  • MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
  • RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Excellent training and professional development
  • Referral Program

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

  • Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
  • Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary:

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts, and our Food and Beverage team is no exception to creating this experience of a lifetime. Assistant Managers are an integral part of restaurant operations responsible for assisting Restaurant Managers with daily operations promoting teamwork, quality, and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Job Specifications:

  • Starting Wage: $57,686.00 - $79,567.00
  • Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
  • Shift Type: Full Timehours available
  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
  • Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

  • Managing the culinary team including hiring, scheduling, training and developing teammates, managing performance including reviews, and succession planning
  • Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Assist with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks
  • Oversee and support warehouse staff and operations including shipping and receiving, inventory ordering and maintenance, product rotations and food waste reporting
  • Resolve guest issues or complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience (GX) scores
  • Administrative duties as needed including managing budgets, processing transfers and waste
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Culinary degree or certification preferred
  • ServSafe certification or regional equivalent required
  • 3+ years of kitchen experience required, 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred
  • Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift, lift and/or carry up to 50lbs
  • Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure
  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

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