Cook

Sun-Valley-Resort; Sun Valley (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Valley Resort is seeking a Cook to support daily kitchen operations, preparing high-quality dishes and maintaining an organized workspace. This role offers growth in a professional kitchen focused on quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.

You will learn and apply Garde-Manger techniques, stock preparation, and safe handling of equipment while working as part of a collaborative team dedicated to guest experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of culinary terminology and kitchen standards.
• Ability to follow written or verbal instructions in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Safe handling of kitchen knives and tools; capable of learning equipment safety.
• Understanding nutrition, portion control, cost awareness, and waste reduction.
• Willingness to lead the team when needed and maintain a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a constantly safe, clean, and sanitary work environment
• Prepare foods according to recipes and/or house standards
• Practice proper food storage principles
• Understand and exhibit Garde-Manger skills to enhance food appearance
• Prepare foods efficiently according to recipes and/or house standards
• Prepare stocks, soups, sauces, salads, dressings, hors d’oeuvres
• Prep and portion proteins; break down fish, shellfish, and crustaceans
• Maintain kitchen safety and report equipment maintenance needs

Skills

Culinary terms

Instructions follow-up

Knife skills

Equipment safety

Leadership potential

Portion control

Waste reduction

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Physical stamina

Job description

• Food and Beverage
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: COOK0004151

Description

The Sun Valley Cook plays an important role in supporting daily kitchen operations by preparing high-quality food, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and following established culinary procedures . This position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their culinary skills, gain experience in a professional kitchen environment , and contribute to a collaborative team focused on quality , consistency, and guest satisfaction .

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain a constantly safe, clean, and sanitary work environment
• Prepare foods according to recipes and/or house standards
• Practice proper food storage principles
• Understand and exhibit appropriate Garde-Manger skills to enhance the appearance of food items
• Prepare foods efficiently according to recipes and/or house standards
• Preparation of stocks, soups, sauces, salads, vinaigrettes, dressings, hors d’oeuvres, and appetizers
• Prep, trim, and portion proteins; break down fish, shellfish, and crustaceans
• Maintain a constantly safe, clean, and sanitary work environment
• Observe the mechanical safety of kitchen equipment and report maintenance needs to the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Possess a sound understanding of culinary terminology
• Understand and carry out detailed written or verbal instructions
• Ability to learn and handle kitchen cutlery efficiently and safely using kitchen equipment and utensils for variousfruits, vegetables, and herbs
• Ability to identify and safely use kitchen equipment and utensils
• Exhibit supervisory role when needed, exhibiting professional appearance and attitude
• Understand nutrition, portion control, costing, and elimination of food waste
• Ability to operate all kitchen equipment safely
• Understand and carry out innovative practices
• Exhibit extraordinary drive and passion for food
• Possess exceptional organizational and creative skills
• Work in, guide, and lead a team environment with enthusiasm and pride
• Engage in physical activities like standing for long periods, walking, and utilizing hands for tasks that involve gripping, handling, and reaching
• Can safely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds

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