Advanced Cook

Vail Resorts; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 21,878 - 31,159; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free dormitory housing

Free Wi-Fi

Free National Park Pass

40% retail discounts

Paid PTO after 500 hours

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring Ski Instructors for Summer Seasonal 2026 roles in Wyoming. The position offers a starting wage of $19.25/hr and requires 1 year culinary experience, focusing on various cooking methods.

Employees enjoy free housing, National Park pass, and various recreational activities. You will engage with guests in a beautiful outdoor setting, adhering to professional culinary standards and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 1 year culinary experience is required.
• Ability to work under high pressure is essential.
• Basic reading and math skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Roast, broil, braise, fry, and sauté entrees.
• Prepare vegetables, garnishes, sauces, and soups.
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchen according to health standards.

Skills

Basic reading, writing, math skills

1 year culinary experience

Strong verbal English skills

Food safety certificate

Job description

Calling Blue+ Level Skiers – now hiring instructors, advanced training provided. Learn more here.

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, 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.

The Grand Teton Lodge Company offers seasons and careers at 40+ resorts. From day one you will receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, free employee housing, an easy and affordable meal plan, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service – our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Job Summary

You are expected to adhere to the company’s mission, vision and value statements. Be knowledgeable of the company’s management systems, policies and initiatives for Hospitality, Environmental, and Health and Safety. You have specific responsibilities within these areas and are expected to understand them. Responsible for preparing and serving menu items and for cleanliness of assigned stations. Ensures the kitchen is kept in a clean, neat and organized condition according to federal health standards.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $19.25/hr
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
• Shift Type: Full Time
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Roasting, broiling, braising, frying and sauté of entrees.
• Preparing vegetables and garnishes.
• Making sauces.
• Making soups, stocks.
• Preparing menu items for dining rooms and banquets.
• Preparing and serving hot appetizers.
• Performing job-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Must be flexible and adapt to changes, other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Basic reading, writing, math skills
• 1 year culinary experience
• Strong written and verbal English skills
• Must be a self-starter, fast, and even-tempered
• Familiar with high quality and fast production service
• Able to work under high pressure
• Food safety certificate

Benefits

• Free dormitory housing (including linens and all utilities) or full hook‑up RV sites
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Free National Park Pass to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks
• Free participation in guest activities: horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and the greatest perkever – living in one of the most picturesque national parks
• Free recreation program and complimentary use of Rec halls, employee gyms (climbing wall at JLL) and watersports equipment
• 40% retail discounts plus online ProDeals
• 20% grocery and restaurant discounts
• $112 per week meal plan covers three meals a day in the employee cafeteria (mandatory for dorm residents, optional for RVers, free for salary roles)
• Paid sick time
• Paid PTO after 500 hours
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral program

We are committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability through zero waste, energy and water conservation, green dining and retail, volunteerism, and education.

Applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We are 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.