Fireside Chef de Cuisine - Year Round

Deer Valley Resort; Park City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Deer Valley season pass

Free staff skiing at Alterra resorts

Friends and family ski discounts

Subsidized staff meals

Subsidized housing options

Staff discounts at Park City venues

Healthcare options

401k with company match

Job summary

Deer Valley Resort in Park City, Utah is seeking an experienced Chef to support the Fireside Restaurant and banquet services. The role focuses on production leadership, menu development, and guest satisfaction within a premier resort environment.

You will manage food and labor costs, maintain quality and consistency, and lead a team to deliver exceptional dining experiences year-round. This full-time position emphasizes production standards and seasonal staff coordination.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the culinary field, management, or at a private club.
• Must have a current Utah State food Handler's permit and/or a Serve Safe Certificate.
• Familiar with international, domestic and special diet cuisine preparation.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and perform repetitive movements.
• Must operate kitchen equipment from simple to complex.

Responsibilities

• Assist restaurant manager with all food production, menus, and guest satisfaction for Fireside Restaurant and banquet meals.
• Control food costs through forecasting, production, and supplier relationships.
• Control labor costs, payroll, scheduling, and recruiting.
• Organize efficient production flow and staffing levels.
• Direct fellow employees and maintain food quality and presentation.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food cost control

Labor cost management

Menu development

Education

Utah food handler permit / Serve Safe

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Flex Year Round
Classic, consistent quality from a winning team!
Deer Valley Resort is nestled in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, in the historic mining town of Park City which has evolved into an exciting and diverse mountain ski town. Our staff consists of locals, transplants, seasonal workers from all 50 states and international students from around the globe. We are a diverse workforce where everyone feels welcome, appreciated, and valued. No matter if you are 14 or 84 years, there is a place for you in the Deer Valley family! (Last year over 1,100 staff members celebrated their fifth season or more at Deer Valley).

• Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
• Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
• Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
• Healthcare options are available for staff members
• 401k plan with company match

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Chef is responsible for assisting the restaurant manager with all food production, menus, and guest satisfaction related service for the Fireside Restaurant and banquet meals.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Control food costs based on forecasting, efficient food production, planned requisitioning, and careful attention to established product specifications
• Control labor costs and carry out administrative functions pertaining to forecasting, payroll, scheduling, recruiting, training, supervising, discipline, etc.
• Organize an efficient flow of production and maintain minimum but adequate staffing
• Maintain a positive rapport with our members
• Other duties as assigned

Culinary Focus

• Set up a control system through recipes, assuring quality and portion consistency
• Ensure proper maintenance and care is exhibited by all employees toward the operations, equipment, and facility
• Stay knowledgeable of current food trends and develop new menu items
• Operate the club kitchen and direct fellow employees
• Maintain consistency of product with great attention to food quality, taste, and presentation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the culinary field, management, or at a private club
• Must have a current Utah State food Handler's permit and/or a Serve Safe Certificate
• Be familiar with international, domestic and special diet cuisine preparation
• Must possess the knowledge and skills to create incredible tasting dishes focusing on food trends and fresh local produce
• Able to lift and carry at least 40 lbs and withstand frequent up-an-down/twisting/repetitive movements
• Requires manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination for food preparation
• Must be able to operate simple to complex kitchen equipment

Dates Of Employment

• Year Round - may have periods of layoff or reduced hours

Pay Rate

• Pay: Salary

Deer Valley Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer.