Jr Sous Chef, Winter 26/27

Crystal Mountain Resort; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra season pass

Spouse/dependents pass 25 & under

50% off IKON

On-mountain housing available

Accrued paid time off

Group health insurance

401K with match

Job summary

Crystal Mountain Resort in Washington state is seeking a Junior Sous Chef for our seasonal, full-time Food & Beverage team. You will support Executive Chefs across multiple venues, handling prep, cooking, inventory, and sanitation while adapting to different kitchen environments.

You will Master diverse menus, uphold food safety, and mentor staff, with opportunities to ski or snowboard at our on-mountain venues. Join a dynamic resort and contribute to exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Food & Beverage.
• Strong culinary skills across cuisines and service styles.
• Proficient skiing or snowboarding required.
• Familiarity with MS Office; ordering and costing experience.
• Serv Safe or WA Food Handlers permit required.
• Ability to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support Executive Chefs across multiple venues and adapt to different kitchens.
• Execute all kitchen functions: prep, cooking, inventory, sanitation.
• Learn and master diverse menus and maintain high culinary standards.
• Work high-volume and full-service settings; maintain portioning and waste control.
• Ski or snowboard on-mountain venues as needed for operations.
• Lead in absence of Head Chef and mentor kitchen staff.
• Uphold food safety and cleanliness across environments.

Skills

3+ years experience

Culinary skills

Ski/Snowboard ability

Microsoft Office familiarity

Food safety certification

Shift flexibility

Tools

Costing/ordering

WA Food Handlers Permit

Serv Safe certification

Job description

WORK AND PLAY IN THE MOUNTAINS

Seasonal

WORK AND PLAY IN THE MOUNTAINS

Join our team of big mountain adventurers at the largest ski resort in Washington!

Here at Crystal, it's more than our work. It's our passion for the guest experience, the outdoors, and the community that bring us together at the end of the tree-lined road. We come from near and far to be up on the mountain because it's an experience you just don't get anywhere else. Events are always on the calendar and friends are always down to play. Work in the beautiful National Forest, neighboring Mt. Rainier, as a premier Ikon Pass destination with a whole lot of stoke to share.

JUST LIKE THE TREES, WE ARE GROWING!

BIG PEAKS, BIGGER PERKS

Employee Perks

• Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts)
• + Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
• 50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
• Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
• Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
• Free friends & family day-ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
• Discounts on Gear Tune-Ups
• Discounts on Food & Beverage
• Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
• Free Crystal branded swag
• Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
• Discount Marketplace
• Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
• Employee-only Night Skiing events
• Employee Housing Available for eligible positions
• Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
• Group health insurance for eligible positions
• 401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
• Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year-round employment

Position Title: Junior Sous Chef

Business Unit: Food & Beverage

Position Reports to: Executive Sous Chef, Executive Chef

Positions Reporting to this Role: Steward, Expeditor, Cook I, Cook II, Lead Cook

Location: Crystal Mountain, WA

Job Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Type: Seasonal, Full Time

Pay range: $25 - $28

Resort Overview

Crystal Mountain is the Pacific North West's premier destination for skiers, snowboarders, and summer adventurers. We are part of Alterra Mountain Company which consists of some of the world's most aspirational brands.

A career with Crystal Mountain is more than what you do today; it's being part of creating a community rooted in the spirit of the mountains, united by a passion for adventure, and celebrating the legendary adventures and enduring memories that mountains bring to everyone.

Crystal Mountain delivers best in class service and adventures worthy of our extraordinary terrain and beauty.

We are here to shape the future of mountain adventure.

We Embrace Empowerment

We Honor Authenticity

We Cultivate Collaboration

We Prioritize Purpose

Job Summary

The Junior Sous Chef role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces variety, and isn't afraid to "jump into holes" - stepping into different kitchens and situations with confidence and skill. Must be comfortable skiing or snowboarding to access certain locations.

Essential Duties

• Support Executive Chefs across multiple venues, adapting quickly to different kitchen environments and team dynamics.
• Execute all kitchen functions including prep, cooking, inventory, and sanitation.
• Learn and master a variety of menus
• Maintain high culinary standards while working in both high-volume and full-service settings.
• Ski or snowboard on-mountain venues as needed, safely and reliably.
• Step into leadership roles when needed, ensuring smooth kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff across venues.
• Uphold food safety and cleanliness standards in all environments.
• Demonstrates an upbeat, positive attitude and acts and communicates in a professional manner while ensuring BOH staff is properly trained.
• Promotes a healthy and efficient environment through work ethic and staff engagement.
• Ensures recipes are adhered to and produced consistently and safely as well as monitoring food portioning, preparation, presentation, and waste to control costs.
• Reports any equipment malfunctions or breakage to facilities using ticket system to resolve the issue promptly.
• Assists in performing all inventories to ensure that all products are accurately counted and recorded.
• Abides by and upholds overall customer service, kitchen and food concession service standards and gives support to all kitchen operations as well as any FOH needs.
• Adheres to all policies, standards, SOP's and training as directed by the Resort Executive Chef

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in Food & Beverage required
• Strong culinary skills across multiple cuisines and service styles
• Ability to ski or snowboard proficiently (intermediate level or higher)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and experience with ordering, costing, and accounting for kitchens required
• Serv Safe certification, or ability to obtain and or WA Food Handlers Permit
• Ability to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Primary venue is Brew 62. Schedule requires early morning start times for breakfast service.
• This position is required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays while in operation.
• Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position a minimum of 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other common office equipment on a constant basis.
• Auditory and visual acuity to operate computers, phones, mobile devices, and basic office equipment on a constant basis.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time sitting, bending, reaching, and speaking on a constant basis.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling, pushing, and pulling on an occasional basis.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other employees.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for the role described above. With the evolution of the resort, the responsibilities of this position may change as may the dates associated with many of the tasks. During these times of change, this position requires flexibility and willingness to accept new responsibilities and potentially transfer others. It will also be the responsibility of any employee of the resort to be a positive influence on the transformation of the resort and its associated lines of business.

Crystal Mountain is an Equal Opportunity Employer