Cook

Vail Resorts; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Vail Resorts as an Entry Cook/Cafeteria Assistant and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Grand Teton National Park. This role is perfect for those passionate about the culinary arts and eager to gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen while enjoying excellent benefits like free housing and national park access.

Benefits

FREE Housing with linens and utilities

FREE National Park Pass

FREE Meal Plan covering 3 meals/day

Participation in guest activities

Recreation Program access

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of working in a kitchen.
• Experience with cold food preparation preferred.
• Understanding of high volume cooking and various cooking stations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Open, set up, run and close the assigned line or station.
• Prepare dishes according to specifications.
• Assist other kitchen cooks and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Knowledge of working in a kitchen

Job description

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Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeingthemountains, oryou already call them home,joining our team meansdiscovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while buildinglifelong connections with teammates and guests fromaround the world.

Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for aseason,orstay for acareer at one/many ofour 40+ resorts. From day one, you'll receive some of the highestcompensation rates in the industry,free access to Grand TetonandYellowstone National Parks, Employee housing, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow throughEpic Service - our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Do you have a passion to cooking? Are you interested in getting your “foot in the door” in a professional kitchen? Are you interested in working and living in Grand Teton National Park? Are you looking for anExperience of a Lifetime? If you answered, “Yes” to these questions, this position is great for you!

• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time
• Skill Level:Entry

The Entry Cook/Cafeteria Assistantresponsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Opening, setting up, running and closing of the line or station assigned
• Preparingdishes to specification by the chef
• Assisting other line cooks and cook assistants, pantry assistants on a day to day basis for prep and other functions in the kitchen
• The safety and cleanliness of the kitchen

The “must haves” for this position include:

• Knowledge of working in a kitchen

We prefer that you additionally have the following skills / experience, but it is not required:

• Knowledge of cold food preparation
• Knowledge of different stations like grill, garde manger and sauté
• High volume cooking
• Egg Cookery

What’s In It For You?

• FREE Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites
• FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park
• FREE Participation in guest activities: Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever – living in one of the most picturesque national parks!
• FREE WiFi
• $98/week OR FREE Meal Plan (this depending on hourly or salaried position) Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria
• Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls and Employee Gym at JLL (w/ Climbing Wall)

Additional requirements for hiresunder age 18:

• Submission of a Parental Consent Formupon hire, along with other applicable documents required by state law; such as a work permit, physician's note, and/or proof of birthdate

We are committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability through zero waste, energy and water conservation, green dining and retail, volunteerism, and education.Grand Teton Lodge Company offers an amazing place to live and work, as well as staff housing.www.vailresortscareers.com

The expected pay range is $17.75 . This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Vail Resorts is 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.

Requisition ID 507954
Reference Date:04/09/2025
Job Code Function:Back of House