Seasonal Chef — Lead Mountain Kitchen (On-Site Housing)

Better Talent by Laveer & Co.; Elk Mountain (WY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Shift meals included

End-of-season bonus

Job summary

The Historic Elk Mountain Hotel is seeking an experienced, hands-on Seasonal Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen execution through October 2026. This on-site role offers on-site housing and aligns with our dinner-focused service from 5:00–7:30 PM, with breakfasts and lunches by arrangement.

You will manage inventory, contribute to specials, and ensure high-quality, consistent meals while collaborating with a small team in a unique mountain setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional cooking or relevant culinary experience.
• Strong cooking fundamentals and ability to independently execute a dinner service.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage inventory and kitchen priorities.
• Dependable, professional, honest, and comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with a small team.
• Ability to adapt to changing guest counts, special events, and the needs of a seasonal hospitality operation.

Responsibilities

• Cook high quality food to order.
• Maintain the kitchen and equipment.
• Learn our menu, and contribute creatively for specials, new items, and special events.
• Manage inventory. Minimize waste.
• Communicate effectively with team.
• Be professional and respectful to all team members and guests.

Skills

3+ years cooking

Dinner service execution

Kitchen organization

Team collaboration

Food safety

Adaptability

On-site housing readiness

Job description

The Historic Elk Mountain Hotel is seeking an experienced, hands-on Seasonal Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen execution through October 2026. This on-site role offers on-site housing and aligns with our dinner-focused service from 5:00–7:30 PM, with breakfasts and lunches by arrangement.

You will manage inventory, contribute to specials, and ensure high-quality, consistent meals while collaborating with a small team in a unique mountain setting.