Experienced Cook - Housing May Be Available

Vail Resorts; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as an Experienced Cook in a breathtaking mountain setting! This exciting seasonal role offers the chance to work alongside a talented culinary team, ensuring exceptional dining experiences for guests. With opportunities for professional growth, competitive pay, and unique perks like free ski passes and discounts, this position is perfect for those who are passionate about food and the outdoors. Whether you're an intermediate or advanced cook, your skills will shine in a collaborative environment that values teamwork and service excellence. Don't miss the chance to create unforgettable memories while building your career!

Benefits

Free Ski Passes

Employee Discounts on Lodging

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent Training and Development

Referral Program

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience; supervisory kitchen experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist kitchen staff and maintain food quality and safety.
• Prep ingredients and manage inventory to minimize waste.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Food Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Culinary Degree or Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Fast Company names Vail Resorts among the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024. Learn more here.

Experienced Cook - Housing May Be Available

Date: Apr 9, 2025

Location: Truckee, CA, US

Shift Type: Summer Seasonal 2025

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, 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.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Cooks are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Cooks are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for assisting the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork among staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Job Specifications:

• Housing: May Be Available
• Expected Pay Range: $21.00 - $23.73 / hour

Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time and Part Time

Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced

Job Responsibilities:

1. Understand the use and operation of kitchen equipment, tools, and accessories for use and training other kitchen staff.
2. Adhere to and enforce applicable standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, and sanitation to ensure a high-quality work environment and guest experience.
3. Maintain knowledge of current menu items and their ingredients.
4. Prep ingredients and maintain par levels for demand to minimize waste.
5. Maintain inventory of ingredients using a first in first out method and monitor food waste for reporting.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

1. Culinary degree or certification preferred.
2. 1-2 years of relevant work experience; supervisory kitchen experience preferred.
3. Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, practices, and food safety; ServSafe certifications a plus.
4. Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods.
5. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
6. Ability to work well and communicate with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
7. Must be able to communicate fluently in English.

The expected pay range is $21.00 - $23.73. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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 507362