Seasonal Ski Resort Cook: High Pay, Free Passes & Perks

Vail Resorts; Vermont; Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee ski passes

Free ski lessons

40% retail discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Excellent training and professional/6-

Referral Program

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring for winter seasonal kitchen positions at our mountain locations. You will assist the Chef, support the culinary team, and help deliver high-quality dining experiences for guests from around the world.

Starting wage ranges from $21.25 to $26.57 per hour with full-time hours during the winter season; residential housing is not included. Benefits include free passes, discounted lift tickets for friends, and career development opportunities.

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.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• 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 training 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

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

English fluency

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Vail Resorts is hiring for winter seasonal kitchen positions at our mountain locations. You will assist the Chef, support the culinary team, and help deliver high-quality dining experiences for guests from around the world.

Starting wage ranges from $21.25 to $26.57 per hour with full-time hours during the winter season; residential housing is not included. Benefits include free passes, discounted lift tickets for friends, and career development opportunities.