Kitchen Manager Junction

Snowshoe Mountain Resort; Hillsboro (WV); On-site; USD 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the resort sector is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Manager to lead culinary operations year-round. This role involves overseeing a busy kitchen, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing a team of up to 30 staff. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Enjoy perks like free skiing and comprehensive health benefits while working in a stunning mountain environment. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free skiing and snowboarding privileges

Major Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401k plan

Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers

30% off food & drinks

Pro Deals from industry brands

Qualifications

• Five+ years in a related culinary role managing high volume kitchens.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices and food hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and manage up to 30 staff positions.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain food quality standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Food Cost Management

Culinary Skills

Education

Two+ years of post-high school education

Culinary education

Tools

Culinary Equipment

Job description

Please note, this position is located at Snowshoe Mountain Resort inSnowshoe, West Virginia

Year Round
Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!

• Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent.
• Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
• Start Date: May 12th
• Pay range: $50,000 per year as a salaried full-time employee.
• This is a Full Time Year Round Position
• This position is benefit eligible after the first 30 days of employment.
• Schedule: May require working early mornings, weekends, and holidays

Employee Perks:

• Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Ikon Pass destinations
• Major Medical, Dental & Vision Benefit coverage
• 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
• Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers
• Get 30% off food & drinks (excludes alcohol), 30% off apparel, and 15% off skis at Snowshoe retail locations.
• Pro Deals from some of the industry's top brands!

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with regulations, control costs, and maintain our standards.
• Keep team updated on menus, promotions, and events.
• Address maintenance, hygiene, and safety concerns promptly.
• Align financial performance with resort objectives.
• Maintain food control systems/margins and menu relevance with the Executive Chef.
• Perform assigned duties as needed.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Leadership:

• Overseeing up to 30 positions directly (Sous Chef, Line Cooks, Utility Workers).

• Recruit, hire, train, manage, and develop kitchen staff.
• Manage kitchen operations, quality, and admin functions.
• Foster good communication and relationships across the Snowshoe Mountain.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Flexible and resilient attitude towards work situations.

Preferred Experience:

• Managing a high volume quick turnaround kitchen with ticket times of less than 20 minutes
• Five+ years in a related role.
• Food Cost Management
• Intermediate food hygiene qualification.
• Proficient knife handling and culinary equipment operation.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices.

Education:

• Two+ years of post-high school education preferred, culinary education desirable.
• Resort experience preferred.
• West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate required.

All Information above is subject to change at any time.

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

Snowshoe is an equal opportunity employer.