Outlet Chef - The Junction Ale House

Snowshoe Mountain; Snowshoe (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free skiing

Ikon Pass discounts

401k plan

Lift ticket discounts

Restaurant discounts

Retail/pro gear deals

Job summary

Snowshoe Mountain is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to oversee multiple positions in a fast-paced resort dining operation. You will manage staff, ensure quality and cost controls, and coordinate with the Executive Chef to keep menus fresh and compliant with safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership and years of experience in high-volume kitchens, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and guest satisfaction. On-site position with seasonal flexibility and resort perks.

Qualifications

• West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate required.
• Five+ years in a related role.
• High-volume kitchen management with quick ticket times.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulations, control costs, and maintain our standards.
• Keep team updated on menus, promotions, and events.
• Address maintenance, hygiene, and safety concerns promptly.
• Align financial performance with resort objectives.
• Maintain food control systems/margins and menu relevance with the Executive Chef.
• Perform assigned duties as needed.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Education

West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate

Culinary education desirable

Job description

Flex Year Round

Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!

• Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent.
• Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
• Start Date: Hiring Soon!
• This is a Flex Position Flex position for 9-11 months per year; you can use your off months to travel or visit friends and family!
• Schedule: May require working early mornings, weekends, and holidays

Employee Perks

• Benefit Eligible after 30 days
• Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Discounts on Ikon Passes!
• 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
• Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers
• 50% 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!

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulations, control costs, and maintain our standards.
• Keep team updated on menus, promotions, and events.
• Address maintenance, hygiene, and safety concerns promptly.
• Align financial performance with resort objectives.
• Maintain food control systems/margins and menu relevance with the Executive Chef.
• Perform assigned duties as needed.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Leadership

• Overseeing up to 30 positions directly (Sous Chef, Line Cooks, Utility Workers).
• Recruit, hire, train, manage, and develop kitchen staff.
• Manage kitchen operations, quality, and admin functions.
• Foster good communication and relationships across the Snowshoe Mountain.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Flexible and resilient attitude towards work situations.

Preferred Experience

• Managing a high volume quick turnaround kitchen with ticket times of less than 20 minutes
• Five+ years in a related role.
• Food Cost Management
• Intermediate food hygiene qualification.
• Proficient knife handling and culinary equipment operation.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices.

Education

• Two+ years of post-high school education preferred, culinary education desirable.
• Resort experience preferred.
• West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate required.

All 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.