Activities Prep Cook - Winter 26.27

Alterra Mountain Company; Snowshoe (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Free skiing

401k plan

Discounted lift tickets

Restaurant discounts

Merchandise discounts

Pro deals

Job summary

Snowshoe Mountain is seeking a seasonal Prep Cook for the Activities department to support kitchen staff, prepare ingredients, and assist with meals for guests throughout the winter season.

This on-mountain role at Snowshoe, WV, starts late November/early December. Housing may be available; employees enjoy medical benefits, a 401(k), discounts on passes, restaurants, and gear, plus pro deals, while living the Forever Wild lifestyle.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous related experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete tasks on the supervisor's prep list in order
• Label and stock ingredients on accessible shelves
• Wash, chop, and sort fruits, vegetables, meats, and dry supplies
• Measure and prepare ingredients for recipes
• Parboil food, reduce sauces, proof dough, and start various dishes
• Prepare and deliver guest orders, including “to go” items, with speed and accuracy
• Use kitchen equipment safely, following nutrition and sanitation standards
• Communicate professionally with associates and clients per company standards
• Respond to supervisor requests for various tasks, including dishwashing and sanitizing
• Report spoilage or shortages immediately
• Maintain walk-in coolers per standards and refrigerate perishable foods properly
• Clean workstation and follow up with supervisor for closing instructions
• Embrace Alterra Mountain Company culture and core values through training and active participation
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Seasonal Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!

Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent. Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209 Pay: $15 per hour Start Date: The end of November and beginning of December with positions available throughout the season. Seasonal: Seasonal work involves temporary employment tied to specific times of the year. Schedule: May require working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays If you're seeing this job, we're still hiring and accepting applications

Employee Perks:

• Medical Benefits – Minimal Essentials Coverage available
• Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Discounts on Ikon Passes!
• 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
• Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers
• 50% off Snowshoe Quick Service Restaurants and 30% off Snowshoe Full Service Restaurants (excludes alcohol)
• 40% off Retail Merchandise and 45% off Mountain Essentials (excludes hard goods, 2 hard good sales for employees throughout winter)
• Pro Deals from some of the industry’s top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more!

Why Work with Us?

Adventure Awaits: Explore the stunning Snowshoe Mountain and enjoy all the outdoor activities it has to offer while you work. Make Connections: Meet guests and employees from across the country and around the world and provide them with exceptional hospitality that makes Snowshoe their home away from home. Join us for as a Prep Cook for our Activities department! This position is responsible for providing a supportive role to kitchen staff in the preparation of meals and ingredients.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete tasks on the supervisor's prep list in order
• Label and stock ingredients on accessible shelves
• Wash, chop, and sort fruits, vegetables, meats, and dry supplies
• Measure and prepare ingredients for recipes
• Parboil food, reduce sauces, proof dough, and start various dishes
• Prepare and deliver guest orders, including “to go” items, with speed and accuracy
• Use kitchen equipment safely, following nutrition and sanitation standards
• Communicate professionally with associates and clients per company standards
• Respond to supervisor requests for various tasks, including dishwashing and sanitizing
• Report spoilage or shortages immediately
• Maintain walk-in coolers per standards and refrigerate perishable foods properly
• Clean workstation and follow up with supervisor for closing instructions
• Embrace Alterra Mountain Company culture and core values through training and active participation
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Experience:

Previous related experience

All Information above is subject to change at any time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Snowshoe is an equal opportunity employer. Snowshoe, when you first hear the name, instinctually everyone's thoughts immediately settle on winter sports. While it's true that in 1974 Snowshoe Mountain nestled its roots in West Virginia's Cheat Mountain range as a small ski town, we've grown into quite the outdoor adventure mecca. With 11,000 acres of explorable terrain, a legendary bike park, three unique ski areas, and activities like paddle boarding, RZR tours, snowmobiling, snowtubing, music festivals, and international competitive events; the options are endless for anyone willing to embrace our Forever Wild lifestyle. Here on the mountain, we believe to provide the best guest experience you must live that experience yourself...so we work hard, play harder, and get paid doing what we love!

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