Seasonal Kitchen Lead — Mountain Resort

Vail Resorts; Breckenridge (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes

Discounted lift tickets

Free ski lessons

Retail discounts

Wellness benefits

401(k) plan

Training & development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Breckenridge, CO is hiring Winter Seasonal Cooks for the 2026/2027 season. You will assist the kitchen, support the Chef, and uphold food safety standards to deliver a memorable dining experience for guests.

Starting wage ranges from $22.00 to $29.22 per hour, with full-time hours available, housing may be offered, and benefits include free employee passes, ski lessons, discounts, and training through Epic Service.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience; supervisory kitchen experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, practices and food safety; ServSafe certifications a plus
• Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work well and communicate with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English

Responsibilities

• Understand the use and operation of kitchen equipment, tools and accessories for use and to train other kitchen staff
• Adhere to and enforce applicable standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, and sanitation to ensure a high-quality work environment and guest experience.
• Maintain knowledge of current menu items and their ingredients
• Prep ingredients and maintain par levels for demand to minimize waste.
• Maintain inventory of ingredients using a first in first out method and monitor food waste for reporting
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

English fluency

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Vail Resorts in Breckenridge, CO is hiring Winter Seasonal Cooks for the 2026/2027 season. You will assist the kitchen, support the Chef, and uphold food safety standards to deliver a memorable dining experience for guests.

Starting wage ranges from $22.00 to $29.22 per hour, with full-time hours available, housing may be offered, and benefits include free employee passes, ski lessons, discounts, and training through Epic Service.