Line Cook, Winter 26/27

Crystal Mountain Resort; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee housing

Paid time off

Group health insurance

401K with match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Crystal Mountain Resort in Washington is seeking a Cook for the seasonal culinary operations. The role entails back-of-house management for a specific outlet, following recipes, SOPs, and safety standards to deliver high-quality food and beverage.

You’ll maintain cleanliness and organization while upholding the resort’s reputation for guest satisfaction. The position is entry-level with opportunities to grow, requires 1–2 years of kitchen experience, and may involve nights, weekends, and

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of kitchen operations experience.
• Ability to obtain WA Food Safety Card within 3 days of hiring.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours.
• Some outlets require intermediate skiing/snowboarding ability in winter.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee back-of-house operations for a specific outlet.
• Follow recipes and SOPs to deliver high-quality food.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of station and kitchen.
• Contribute to a positive public image of the outlet and Crystal Mountain Resort.

Skills

Knife skills

Follow recipes

Food safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Job description

WORK AND PLAY IN THE MOUNTAINS

Seasonal

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.

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: Cook

Business Unit: Food & Beverage

Position Reports to: Lead Cook, Executive Sous Chef

Positions Reporting to this Role: None

Location: Washington

Pay range: $21 - $24

Cook is an employee housing eligible position.

Resort Overview, Culture And Vision

Crystal Mountain is the Pacific Northwest'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.

• We Embrace Empowerment
• We Honor Authenticity
• We Cultivate Collaboration
• We Prioritize Purpose

Job Summary

Cook is responsible for BOH operations of a specific outlet within Crystal Mountain Resort Culinary Operations and works to provide the best possible guest experience within the restaurant. Follows recipes, chef guidance on stations, Standard Operating Procedures, and all safety regulations. Responsible for the overall cleanliness, organization and sanitation of his/her specific station, the kitchen as a whole, and for the delivery of high quality and properly served food & beverage products. Works to develop a positive public image of his/her specific outlet and Crystal Mountain Resort.

Essential Job Functions Of Cook

Cooks at Crystal Mountain Resort is an Entry level culinary position

• Basic knife skills
• Basic ability to follow recipes
• Basic understanding of food sanitation, FIFO and food storage
• Willingness to learn and receive training from Chef to develop technique

Job Requirements

• 1-2 years experience in kitchen operations
• Ability to obtain WA Food Safety Card within 3 Days of hiring.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours at a time.
• Some culinary outlets require Intermediate Skiing/ Snowboarding ability in winter season
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, different venues and/or locations.
• Willingness to learn and develop as a culinary professional

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• 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.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time 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. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer