Executive Chef - Flagg Ranch

Vail Resorts, Inc.; Moran (WY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dormitory housing

Free Wi-Fi

National Park Pass

Employee activities

Grocery & restaurant discounts

Meal plan

Job summary

Grand Teton Lodge Company is hiring for winter 2026/27 across multiple culinary roles. You’ll contribute to high-quality dining experiences, lead a skilled culinary team, and manage kitchen operations in a scenic national park environment.

The role emphasizes menu development, cost control, staff coaching, and ensuring safety and quality standards while supporting the overall guest experience at our mountain resorts.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience in multi-outlet hotels.
• Minimum 2 years of Sous Chef experience required.
• SERV Safe Manager certification is required.
• Serve Safe Certification or equivalent state food handler card.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain culinary staff.
• Train, coach, and supervise the culinary team.
• Lead menu development with specifications for portions, prep, presentation, and pricing.
• Organize kitchen for a clean, safe, efficient work environment.
• Ensure health department compliance and food safety standards.
• Manage staffing levels and weekly schedules.
• Plan weekly cafeteria menus and oversee inventory and purchasing.
• Collaborate with Front of House to meet guest expectations.
• Develop team through coaching, feedback, and succession planning.
• Achieve food cost, labor cost, and departmental goals.
• Maintain par levels for storage and equipment; uphold brand standards.
• Foster positive work culture and mentorship; maintain professional demeanor.
• Stay abreast of culinary trends and innovate daily specials.
• Oversee storage organization and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

ServSafe Manager

Serve Safe Certification

Stations knowledge (grill, garde mang~

Education

Culinary school degree or 5 years in multi outlet hotels

Job description

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more.

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.

Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts. From day one, you'll 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.

Other Employee Benefits

Paid SICK time

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional development

Job Summary:
Responsible for Flagg Ranch Company culinary operations. Responsible for ensuring that all resort guests have the highest quality culinary experience possible while maintaining budgeted cost of sales. Capable of assisting in all aspects of culinary operations. Assists in the day-to-day supervision of culinary and stewarding employees.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $60,000.00 + annual bonus
• Shift Type: Full Timehours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain qualified culinary staff.
• Train, coach, and supervise the entire culinary team.
• Lead menu development and ensure all menu items have established specifications for portioning, preparation, presentation, and pricing; maintain consistent adherence to recipe and quality standards.
• Organize the kitchen to provide a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all health department regulations, food safety standards, and company policies.
• Responsible for the proper staffing levels of all kitchen departments and the posting of weekly schedules.
• Plan weekly cafeteria menus.
• Oversee inventory management, purchasing, receiving, and product rotation to minimize waste and shortages.
• Work closely with Front of House managers and staff to align service expectations, manage guest needs, and ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
• Develop team members through coaching, training, performance feedback, and succession planning.
• Responsible for achieving food cost, labor cost, and departmental financial goals.
• Maintain appropriate par levels for food, beverage, kitchen supplies, and operating equipment.
• Adhere to brand standards to ensure that all guests have an outstanding culinary experience.
• Foster a positive, motivational work environment and build a cohesive culinary team.
• Exhibit a professional demeanor through appearance, conduct, and a positive attitude toward employees and guests.
• Actively participate in daily operations by modeling proper culinary techniques and working alongside team members.
• Capable of functioning in all aspects of culinary operations and providing coverage when needed.
• Stays abreast of all culinary trends and cultivates creativity among the culinary team through innovative daily specials.
• Responsible for maintaining clean and organized storage areas for all food items and for proper rotation.
• Oversee preventative maintenance of kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs as necessary to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Culinary school degree or 5 years in multi outlet hotels
• 2 years Sous Chef experience required
• SERV safe Manager
• Serve Safe Certification or equivalent state issued Food Handler Card

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of different stations like grill, Garde manager, and saute.
• High volume cooking

What's In It For You?

• FREE Dormitory Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites
• FREE Wi-Fi
• 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 Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls, Employee Gyms (Climbing Wall at JLL) and watersports equipment.
• 20% grocery and restaurant discounts
• $112/week Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria (mandatory for dorm residents, optional for RVers, FREE for Salary roles)

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 FREE dormitory housing.

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.