Resort Outlet Chef — Lead a High-Volume Kitchen

Schweitzer; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free skiing

401k plan

Discounts on Ikon Passes

Meal discounts

Job summary

Schweitzer at Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia is seeking a driven kitchen leader to supervise a diverse team and uphold high standards of quality. You will drive cost control, menu relevance, and safety compliance while coordinating promotions and events within a fast-paced resort kitchen.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in related roles, strong leadership and food-safety qualifications, and a proactive, results-oriented mindset to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in a related kitchen role.
• Proven leadership to oversee up to 30 positions.
• Manage food cost and maintain margins.
• Intermediate food hygiene qualification.
• Proficient knife handling and culinary equipment operation.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices.
• West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulations, control costs, and maintain our standards.
• Lead and develop kitchen staff across Snowshoe Mountain.
• Oversee up to 30 positions (Sous Chef, Line Cooks, Utility Workers).
• Manage kitchen operations, quality, and admin functions.
• Maintain menus, promotions, and events; communicate with team.
• Address maintenance, hygiene, and safety promptly.
• Align financial performance with resort objectives.
• Foster strong communication and relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Kitchen operations

Cost control

Food safety

Communication

Hiring & training

Education

Two+ years post-high school education, culinary preferred

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Schweitzer at Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia is seeking a driven kitchen leader to supervise a diverse team and uphold high standards of quality. You will drive cost control, menu relevance, and safety compliance while coordinating promotions and events within a fast-paced resort kitchen.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in related roles, strong leadership and food-safety qualifications, and a proactive, results-oriented mindset to thrive in a dynamic environment.