Line Cook - Winter 26-27

Bear Valley Mountain Resort LLC; Bear Valley (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Bear Valley Mountain Resort LLC is seeking a dependable line cook to prepare ingredients, cook menu items, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen during service. You will set up the kitchen, follow food safety procedures, restock supplies, and coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations on busy days.

The role requires standing for long periods, ability to work in a dynamic ski resort environment, and adherence to Bear Valley standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a line cook preferred.
• Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers in a positive, friendly manner.
• Ability to work in a dynamic kitchen environment.
• Commitment to food safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up the kitchen and ensure all necessary supplies and equipment are ready for daily operations.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Prepare ingredients and assist with food preparation according to menu specifications.
• Cook and assemble dishes on the line, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Restock ingredients and supplies as needed to maintain efficient service.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and cookware, ensuring they are properly stored and ready for use.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, cooking areas, and equipment throughout operations.
• Assist kitchen staff with food preparation and other tasks as needed.
• Communicate with the kitchen manager regarding inventory needs and supply restocking.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Line cook experience

Customer communication

Dynamic kitchen environment

Food safety culture

California Food Handler Certification

Job description

Our line cooks will be responsible for preparing ingredients, cooking menu items according to recipes, and ensuring all necessary supplies are set up correctly. They will use specialized kitchen tools to prepare and assemble dishes, coordinate with kitchen staff to maintain efficient service, and cook on the line during service periods. Additionally, they will uphold cleanliness by maintaining their workstations, cleaning equipment, and assisting with overall kitchen organization.

Full Time or Part Time positions available.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and the qualifications for the position. The job description is not intended to be inclusive of all duties an individual in the position might be asked to perform or of all the qualifications that may be required now or in the future. We will not ask you to perform a task that is inherently unsafe or that you are not adequately trained to perform. When we do ask for your assistance with any job, we expect an enthusiastic and cooperative response.

• Set up the kitchen and ensure all necessary supplies and equipment are ready for daily operations.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Prepare ingredients and assist with food preparation according to menu specifications.
• Cook and assemble dishes on the line, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Restock ingredients and supplies as needed to maintain efficient service.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and cookware, ensuring they are properly stored and ready for use.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, cooking areas, and equipment throughout operations.
• Assist kitchen staff with food preparation and other tasks as needed.
• Communicate with the kitchen manager regarding inventory needs and supply restocking.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support smooth kitchen operations.

Skills and Competencies

• Experience as a line cook preferred
• Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers in positive, friendly manner
• Ability to be successful and work in dynamic kitchen environment
• Passion for food and customer service
• Ability to stand on feet for long hours, work in changing temperature environments
• California Food Handler Certification

Work Schedules

Weather, snow conditions and the number of guests play a large role in the work scheduling of Bear Valley employees.

When conditions are normal, you may be expected to work 40 up to 48 hours per week, including weekends and holidays. During busy periods – especially the holiday periods in December and the months of January and February – you may be expected to work six (6) days a week.

You must arrange for transportation to work so that you arrive at your designated workstation at the scheduled time. Keep in mind that you will often be required to drive on hilly, snowpacked, and icy road.

Working Conditions

At any time during the ski season, Bear Valley employees are often required to perform their tasks in high winds, heavy snowfalls, low visibility, rain, and extremely cold or warm temperatures.

Uniforms

A professional appearance at Bear Valley is required. Please wear your name tag and uniform at all times during your scheduled shift. We will provide most of the uniform for you to do your job. This uniform is for work hours ONLY, no exceptions.

You will be required to provide some items as part of your job.

The quality, color, and style of the items must be approved by your manager prior to being worn to work. All hats worn must have the Bear Valley logo while on shift.

The skiing/riding employee represents a model for safe skiing for both the guest and fellow employees. You are required to be aware of all safe skiing procedures, trail closures, and out-of-bounds policies of the mountain.