Chef De Partie (Experienced Lead)

Schweitzer; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free resort pass

Employee housing

Discounted onsite childcare

Paid sick leave

401(k) match

Pro deals access

Medical benefits

Vacation time

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Schweitzer is hiring a Chef De Partie (Lead Line Cook) to identify prep needs and lead the line during service at multiple outlets. You will prepare ingredients, present dishes, and uphold kitchen cleanliness. If you love learning, this is the role for you.

The position emphasizes cooking, plating, and maintaining a safe, efficient kitchen in a resort setting with opportunities to grow within a vibrant mountain community.

Qualifications

• Knife skills and proper handling of knives in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Food safety certification and knowledge of sanitation procedures.
• Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces.
• Ensure all prep is done according to recipes and portion standards.
• Work with the chef and sous-chef to coordinate kitchen workflow.
• Cook and assemble dishes with attention to presentation and quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and follow safety protocols.
• Assist in inventory and stock management and notify leadership when stock is low.

Skills

Knife Skills

Food Safety Certification

Education

English reading and writing + basic math

Job description

Flex Year Round Welcome to Schweitzer—where passionate mountain recreation pros work hard and play harder. Known for our friendly, inclusive culture, we’re growing thoughtfully to enhance mountain access and village life. Join the Schweitzer difference and help shape our future.

Perks include:

• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass
• Employee housing
• Discounted onsite childcare
• Accrued paid sick leave
• 401(k) match
• Great discounts and access to pro deals
• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.

Employment Status: Full Time Flex Year Round Wage Range: $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour Minimum Age: 18 Background Check Required: No Driver Verification Required: No

Position Summary: Looking for a Chef De Partie (Lead Line Cook) for multiple outlets. This position is responsible for identifying needed prep and leading the line during service. You will be responsible for food preparation, presentation, and keeping the kitchen clean. If you have a love for learning, this is the job for you.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities: Prepare ingredients by chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces. Ensure all prep is done according to recipes and portion standards. Work in close liaison with chef/sous chef. Cooking and Assembling Dishes - Cooks menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff. Assembles dishes with attention to presentation and quality. Maintains a clean and organized workstation. Follows sanitation and safety procedures to ensure a hygienic kitchen environment. Responsible for inventory and stock management by assisting in receiving and storing deliveries and alerting leadership when inventory stock is low or expired. Must be willing to work with both the Back of House and Front of House teams.

Specific Job Skills: License/Certifications- Idaho Food Safety Certification is preferred Technical- Knife Skills. Knife Sharpening/Upkeep Sauteing, Searing, Grilling, Braising, Frying, Roasting Reducing, Simmering Open Flame Cooking Proper/Safe Food Storage, Temperature Control, Proper/Safe Reheating Brines, Pickling The 5 Mother Sauces Food Safety Physical Capabilities- Able to stand/walk for the whole shift, lift to 50 lbs Additional- Worksite is 100% inside, and you will be exposed to fumes, odors, mechanical and burn hazards. All sensory skills needed. There is a possibility of outdoor work during summer & shoulder seasons.

Education/Related Experience: Minimum education required: English reading and writing plus basic math Minimum time in related position: 4 years +; line cook experience required Considered by many as the best skiing in Idaho and the best family-friendly resort in the Pacific Northwest, Schweitzer ranks as one of the nation’s top winter destinations with 2,900 acres of incredible terrain thanks to two massive bowls and renowned tree skiing. Located in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of the northern Idaho panhandle, and only 80 miles from Spokane, WA, Schweitzer overlooks the town of Sandpoint, ID and offers breathtaking views of three states, Canada and the impressive Lake Pend Oreille.

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