Advanced Cook: Mountain Resort Kitchen Lead

Powdr-Copper Mountain, LLC; Colorado; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season pass for employees/dependents

Discount programs across resort

Employee housing

Job summary

Powdr-Copper Mountain, LLC is seeking an Advanced Cook to prepare high‑quality meals in a fast‑paced kitchen at Copper Mountain Resort in Colorado. The role emphasizes advanced cooking techniques, leadership of fellow cooks, and adherence to culinary standards.

The position is seasonal and requires flexibility across outlets. Benefits include season pass privileges and resort discounts, with a competitive starting rate and experience‑based adjustments.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of culinary experience in a high‑volume restaurant, resort, or private club.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains assigned station efficiently, cleanly, and organized.
• Follows prep sheets accurately and works with a sense of urgency.
• Prepares food according to established recipes, specifications, and standards.
• Reads, understands, and follows recipes and departmental standards.
• Supervises and guides lower‑level cooks regarding proper food handling and safety.
• Manages production on assigned station and coordinates with other cooks.
• Mentions issues to higher level staff in a timely manner.
• Assists in direction, training, and supervision of kitchen staff as needed.
• Ensures adherence to kitchen policies and guidelines.
• Assists with food ordering and inventory management when required.
• Demonstrates teamwork with service staff for smooth operations.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Advanced cooking techniques

Team leadership

Adaptability

Job description

Powdr-Copper Mountain, LLC is seeking an Advanced Cook to prepare high‑quality meals in a fast‑paced kitchen at Copper Mountain Resort in Colorado. The role emphasizes advanced cooking techniques, leadership of fellow cooks, and adherence to culinary standards.

The position is seasonal and requires flexibility across outlets. Benefits include season pass privileges and resort discounts, with a competitive starting rate and experience‑based adjustments.