Line Cook II

Sugar Bowl; California; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k after 1,000 hours

Paid sick time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Free ski and tubing passes for employe

Free ski passes for dependents

50% off food at our restaurants

Free group ski and snowboard lessons

Employee discounted lift tickets

Lift ticket discounts at multiple ski

Hotel discounts

Employee ski reciprocal programs

Job summary

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking an experienced Advanced Line Cook to own station execution and drive menu production across our food outlets. You will bring technique and speed, working with greater independence while mentoring newer team members to maintain quality and consistency.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in F&B operations, advanced knife skills, and strong sanitation knowledge. Valid California Food Handler’s certification is required; evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in food and beverage operations.
• Advanced knife skills with speed and precision under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment operations.
• Strong knowledge of proper sanitation procedures.
• Ability to run a station independently during high-volume service.
• Mentor and guide newer cooks on technique and pace.
• Clear, calm communicator with front of house and other departments.
• Committed to consistency and quality on every single plate.
• Open to learning new skills and supporting other departments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain prompt attendance for all shift duties.
• Own a station and independently execute menu items to Sugar Bowl’s standard.
• Stock and rotate food deliveries.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times.
• Execute proper food production, storage, and holding techniques.
• Ensure all necessary food prep tasks are completed before service.
• Mentor and support newer cooks on technique, pace, and station setup.
• Maintain proper rapport with front of house, other departments, and guests.
• Assist with setup and operation of outside/satellite food service operations.
• Cross-train and lend a hand in other departments as needed, building a broader understanding of resort operations.

Skills

Advanced knife skills

Speed and precision under pressure

Sanitation procedures knowledge

Independent station ownership

Mentoring newer cooks

Clear communication with FOH

Consistency and quality control

Team collaboration

Evening/weekend/holiday availability

Education

California Food Handler’s certification

Job description

3 Part Time & 3 Full Time Positions Available

Sugar Bowl Resort is looking for an experienced Advanced Line Cook to own station execution and help drive the production of menu items across our food service outlets. You’ll bring real technique and speed to the line, working with more independence than an entry-level cook while helping mentor newer team members along the way. This role calls for solid culinary fundamentals, a sharp eye for consistency, and the ability to keep your head (and your station) together during a packed service. If you’re ready to take the next step in your culinary career and want to be part of a kitchen that takes pride in getting it right, we’d love to have you on our line.

Why Sugar Bowl?

Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Situated atop beautiful Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special community helped bring skiing to “sunny California” since December 1939. Since then, it continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts alike.

Who You Are

• 2+ years of experience in food and beverage operations
• Advanced knife skills, with speed and precision under pressure
• Strong working knowledge of kitchen equipment operations
• Strong knowledge of proper sanitation procedures
• Comfortable running a station independently during high-volume service
• A natural mentor, comfortable guiding newer cooks through technique and pace
• Clear, calm communicator, especially with front of house and other departments
• Committed to consistency and quality on every single plate
• Treats teammates and guests with kindness and professionalism at all times
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for a resort operating schedule
• Open to learning new skills and supporting other departments as needed — a versatile, team-first mindset
• Holds a current California Food Handler’s certification

What You’ll do

• Maintain prompt attendance for all shift duties
• Own a station and independently execute menu items to Sugar Bowl’s standard
• Stock and rotate food deliveries
• Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times
• Execute proper food production, storage, and holding techniques
• Ensure all necessary food prep tasks are completed before service
• Clean kitchen production equipment, including slicers
• Mentor and support newer cooks on technique, pace, and station setup
• Maintain proper rapport with front of house, other departments, and guests
• Execute special events when necessary
• Maintain proper conduct and grooming standards at all times
• Assist with end-of-shift cleaning and shutdown procedures
• Assist with setup and operation of outside/satellite food service operations
• Cross-train and lend a hand in other departments as needed, building a broader understanding of resort operations

Physical Requirements

• Standing for extended periods throughout a shift
• Comfortable working near heat, open flames, and hot equipment
• Manual dexterity for knife work, plating, and operating kitchen equipment
• Sufficient visual acuity to maintain consistent, high-quality plate presentation under time pressure
• Sufficient auditory acuity to communicate clearly in a loud kitchen environment
• Comfortable lifting and carrying food deliveries and supplies up to 50 lbs

Winter Benefits

• Employer sponsored 401k plan after 1,000 worked hours and one (1) year of service
• Paid sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities
• Free ski and tubing passes for employees
• Free ski passes for dependents
• 50% off food at our restaurants
• Free group ski and snowboard lessons for employees
• Employee discounted lift tickets for family and friends
• Lift ticket discounts at multiple resorts including 24 Mountain Collective destinations
• Hotel discounts
• Employee ski reciprocal programs