Head Chef - Mountain Resort Kitchens

Schweitzer; Craig (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation in Colorado seeks a Lead Cook/Chef for Mountain Night Events (MNE) to oversee kitchen operations, supervise staff, and ensure high culinary standards for on-mountain dining and events.

The role requires at least 2 years of lead cook/chef experience, strong cooking techniques, knife skills, and budget awareness. Must have high school diploma; English required; Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and supervisory abilities.
• Must have 2+ years experience as Lead Cook or Chef in a restaurant or banquet setting.
• Proficiency in a range of kitchen techniques and equipment; skilled knife work.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations and staff in Mountain Night Events.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation; maintain temperature logs and audits.
• Plan menus with Culinary Director; develop and test recipes; manage prep lists.
• Oversee inventory, portions, and cost controls; coordinate with purchasing and CO..
• Open/close kitchen per schedule; supervise service during events.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking techniques

Knife skills

Budget management

Kitchen equipment mastery

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

FoodTrak

Job description

Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation in Colorado seeks a Lead Cook/Chef for Mountain Night Events (MNE) to oversee kitchen operations, supervise staff, and ensure high culinary standards for on-mountain dining and events.

The role requires at least 2 years of lead cook/chef experience, strong cooking techniques, knife skills, and budget awareness. Must have high school diploma; English required; Spanish a plus.