Mountain Resort Sous Chef: Lead & Train Kitchens

Alterra Mountain Company; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra season pass for employee

Employee housing available

401K with match

Job summary

Crystal Mountain, part of Alterra Mountain Company, is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to join our culinary team across multiple mountain venues. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy variety, and can adapt to different kitchens with confidence and skill.

On-mountain access is required for certain locations. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in Food & Beverage and at least 1 year in BOH management, with strong culinary skills across cuisines.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in Food & Beverage.
• Minimum of 1 year in Culinary BOH management.
• Strong culinary skills across multiple cuisines.
• Ability to ski or snowboard proficiently (intermediate level or higher).
• Familiarity with MS Office and experience with ordering, costing, and accounting for kitchens required.
• Certifications: Serv Safe or WA Food Handlers Permit.

Responsibilities

• Support Executive Chefs across multiple venues, adapting quickly to different kitchen environments and team dynamics.
• Execute all kitchen functions including prep, cooking, inventory, and sanitation.
• Learn and master a variety of menus.
• Maintain high culinary standards while working in both high-volume and full-service settings.
• Ski or snowboard on-mountain venues as needed, safely and reliably.
• Step into leadership roles when needed, ensuring smooth kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff across venues.
• Uphold food safety and cleanliness standards in all environments.

Skills

Food & Beverage experience

BOH leadership

Culinary skills

Ski or snowboard ability

Microsoft Office / costing

Education

Serv Safe certification

WA Food Handlers Permit

Job description

Crystal Mountain, part of Alterra Mountain Company, is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to join our culinary team across multiple mountain venues. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy variety, and can adapt to different kitchens with confidence and skill.

On-mountain access is required for certain locations. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in Food & Beverage and at least 1 year in BOH management, with strong culinary skills across cuisines.