Outlet Chef - Sunset Cantina - Winter 26.27

Schweitzer; Elkins (WV); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Free ski/snowboard privileges

401k plan

Discounted lift tickets

Restaurant discounts

Pro deals from top brands

Job summary

Schweitzer is seeking energetic, seasonal kitchen staff to support Snowshoe Mountain operations in West Virginia. You will oversee kitchen activities, ensure high quality and compliance with health regulations, and collaborate with hotel teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, food safety, and cost control, with opportunities to develop skills in a fast-paced resort environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Post-high school culinary education is desirable.
• West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, quality, and administration.
• Seek and respond to customer feedback promptly.
• Ensure resources meet business needs and comply with laws.
• Control costs and aim for margin targets.
• Maintain communication with hotel teams and manage staffing.
• Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff.
• Adhere to safety, health, and food safety regulations.

Skills

Strong leadership

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Problem-solving

Team communication

Knife handling

Culinary equipment use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary education desirable

West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate required

Tools

Ovens

Grills

Broilers

Sauté pans

Fryers

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 26209Start Date: The end of November and beginning of DecemberSeasonal: 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?Provide an expedited and precise food product for Snowshoe Mountain, WV. Number of positions that report directly to this position: up to 30 (varies by outlet). Titles of positions that report directly to this position: Sous Chef/Line Cooks/Utility workers.Job Responsibilities:Oversee kitchen operations, quality, and administrationSeek and respond to customer feedback promptlyEnsure resources meet business needsManage food provision and compliance with legislationControl costs, improve profit margins, and meet financial targetsKeep team updated on menu items, promotions, and eventsMaintain good communication and relationships across the hotelManage staffing levels to meet business demandsConduct monthly meetings and generate minutesAddress staff performance issues per company policiesRecruit, train, and develop kitchen staffComply with safety, health, and food safety regulationsAddress maintenance, hygiene, and hazard issues promptlyAlign financial performance with resort objectivesAdhere to food control systems to meet margin targetsReview menus with Executive Chef to align with trends and objectivesPromote environmental awarenessPerform other related duties as assignedEducation:High School Diploma or GEDPreferred Experience:Two+ years of post-high school education, culinary education is desirable.Resort experience preferred.West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate required.Proficient in knife handling and use of culinary equipment (ovens, grills, broilers, sauté pans, fryers)Knowledgeable in safe food handling practicesExperienced in food management principles and problem-solvingStrong leadership skills to motivate and develop staffCapable of working effectively under time constraints and deadlinesAll 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. d deadlines