Line Cook 26'-27' Winter Season

Rustler Lodge Inc; Alta (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski pass included

Onsite housing

Meals provided

Job summary

Rustler Lodge Inc. in Alta, Utah, is hiring a Line Cook for the 2026-2027 ski season. This full-time seasonal role requires punctuality, kitchen experience, and the ability to work various shifts including breakfast, mid-day, and dinner hours.

Live-in housing with meals provided is available, plus a ski pass for staff. Weekend and holiday work are required. The lodge emphasizes team collaboration and high standards of food quality, safety, and guest service.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience required.
• Knowledge of various cooking methods and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing tasks.
• Decision-making, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with great teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Show up on time, in uniform ready to work.
• Skilled at handling a variety of foods and kitchen equipment.
• Able to remain calm under pressure.
• Committed to quality service, and attention to details.
• Prepare high quality food items by following recipes as well as presentation guidelines.
• Actively participate in all kitchen duties, i.e., food prep, cooking, organization, and cleaning.
• Ensure the proper HACCP handling and labeling of food.
• Follow both written and verbal directions.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitary conditions of kitchen areas.
• Perform tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking methods

Accuracy & speed

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Time management

Positive attitude

Job description

Line Cook

Employment: Full Time Seasonal

Working at Alta's Rustler Lodge is the ULTIMATE SKI JOB! You get to ski every day!

Now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 ski season!!

Voted Trip Advisors best of the best North American Ski Lodge in 2022!

Both employees and guests return to the Rustler year after year, a testament to our friendly and supportive working environment. We expect our employees to focus on customer service and knowledge of the job responsibilities while at work. While not working we encourage our employees to take advantage of the world-class skiing outside our door and the great Alta community.

FLSA status: Non-exempt

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Show up on time, in uniform ready to work
• Skilled at handling a variety of foods and kitchen equipment
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Committed to quality service, and attention to details
• Prepare high quality food items by following recipes as well as presentation guidelines
• Actively participate in all kitchen duties, i.e., food prep, cooking, organization, and cleaning
• Ensure the proper HACCP handling and labeling of food
• Follow both written and verbal directions
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitary conditions of kitchen areas
• Perform tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Prior kitchen experience
• Knowledge of various cooking methods and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing tasks
• Decision-making, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Strong/efficient interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Great teamwork skills and attention to detail
• Efficient time management
• Positive can do, get it done attitude
• Must be able to obtain a valid Utah food handler permit
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, lift, and carry heavy materials

Work Schedule

• Breakfast shift: 6:15 am – 3 pm, Middle shift 12-9 pm. Dinner shift: 3pm – 11pm
• Exact hours vary based on lodge capacity, weather, and staffing.
• Some ski time available most days depending on shifts.
• Weekend and Holiday work required.
• No vacation as this is a seasonal position.

Accommodations

• Both live out and live-in positions available
• For live in positions, onsite housing available in shared dormitory style rooms. Bi weekly room and board charge of $125 includes three meals a day
• Meals provided while on shift for live out employees
• Ski pass included

Alta's Rustler Lodge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law.