Line Cook - Winter 26.27

Schweitzer; Hillsboro (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Free skiing/snowboarding

401k plan

Ikon Pass discounts

Restaurant discounts

Retail discounts

Pro deals

Job summary

Snowshoe Mountain is hiring for seasonal line cooks to join a diverse dining team. Start dates span late November to December, with opportunities across a variety of dining outlets—from fast-paced stations to full-service restaurants.

The role emphasizes food prep, stock management, and consistent quality in a bustling mountain resort kitchen. Housing is available and benefits include medical options, 401k eligibility, and discount programs for guests and staff.

Qualifications

• Line cook experience preferred; all levels considered.
• Basic food prep and kitchen station setup required.
• Ability to follow recipes and timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Stock inventory and set up kitchen stations with supplies.
• Pre-preparing food for service (chopping, cutting, sauces).
• Cook menu items in collaboration with the kitchen team.
• Keep workstation and kitchen clean and organized.
• Ensure timely, high-quality plate presentation per specs.
• Assist with other prep and stocking per production sheets.

Skills

Line Cook

Food preparation

Inventory management

Kitchen teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Culinary degree

Job description

SeasonalWork, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent.Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209Pay: $15 - $18 starting wage!Start Date: The end of November and beginning of December with positions available throughout the season.Seasonal: Seasonal work involves temporary employment tied to specific times of the year.Schedule: May require working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidaysIf you're seeing this job, we're still hiring and accepting applicationsEmployee Perks:Medical Benefits - Minimal Essentials Coverage availableFree skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Discounts on Ikon Passes!401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers50% off Snowshoe Quick Service Restaurants and 30% off Snowshoe Full Service Restaurants (excludes alcohol)40% off Retail Merchandise and 45% off Mountain Essentials (excludes hard goods, 2 hard good sales for employees throughout winter)Pro Deals from some of the industry’s top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more!Why Work with Us?Whether you're passionate about cooking or looking to elevate your skills, we have opportunities for Line Cooks of all experience levels. With a diverse range of dining outlets-from high-volume, fast-paced spots to upscale, full-service restaurants-we have the perfect environment to match your interests and skills.Adventure Awaits: Explore the stunning Snowshoe Mountain and enjoy all the outdoor activities it has to offer while you work.Make Connections: Meet guests and employees from across the country and around the world and provide them with exceptional hospitality that makes Snowshoe their home away from home.Job Responsibilities:Stock inventory and set up kitchen stations will all necessary suppliesPre-preparing food for service (i.e., chopping, cutting, mixing, or prepping sauces)Cook menu items in collaboration with the rest of the kitchen teamEnsure workstation and kitchen are kept cleanEnsure menu items come out equally in high quality and timely fashionPractice nutrition and sanitation requirements by proper food handling and storagePrecisely and consistently deliver on guest food orders by following recipes and instructionsPrepare plate menu items, as ordered, per specifications on hot food production line with strict attention to detail, speed, and accuracySafely prepare food by using knives, ovens, grills, warming trays and other restaurant cooking instrumentsPrepare and stock ingredients for other meals, set up as per posted instructions, prepare recipe per standardized recipes and production sheetsOther tasks as assigned by Executive/Sous Chef or Kitchen ManagerEducation:High School Diploma or GEDCulinary degree for Line Cook IIIPreferred Experience:Basic written and verbal communication skills0-3 years of culinary experience (required experience depends on placement into Line Cook I or II)3+ years of resort culinary experience for Line Cook IIIAll 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.