Sky House Sous Chef - Winter 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass

Employee housing

Discounted onsite childcare

Accrued paid sick leave

401(k) match

Great discounts and pro deals

Job summary

Alterra Mountain Company seeks a Sous Chef for the Sky House kitchen in Schweitzer, Idaho. You will support the Head Chef, supervise kitchen staff, ensure food quality and hygiene, and help with menu planning and inventory.

The role requires leadership, enthusiasm, and teamwork to embody Schweitzer's collaborative culture. Work is 100% inside with exposure to kitchen hazards; 4+ years in restaurant kitchens and strong knife skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of restaurant kitchen and line cook experience.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and hygiene practices.
• Comfort working with Front of House and Back of House teams.

Responsibilities

• Train staff in collaboration with the Head Chef.
• Ensure prep is done according to recipes and portions.
• Lead kitchen staff through service and maintain quality.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and inventory management.
• Maintain high food quality and safe handling practices.

Skills

Knife Skills

Food Safety

Open Flame Cooking

Sautéing

Grilling

Team Leadership

Education

English literacy

Basic math

Job description

Perks

• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass
• Employee housing
• Discounted onsite childcare
• Accrued paid sick leave
• 401(k) match
• Great discounts and access to pro deals
• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.

Employment Status: Full Time Seasonal

Wage Range: $20.00 to $22.00/hr

Minimum Age: 18

Background Check Required: No Driver Verification Required: No

Position Summary

The Sous Chef is second-in-command in the Sky House kitchen and plays a critical role in supporting the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations. This includes supervising kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and consistency, maintaining kitchen hygiene standards, and assisting in menu planning and inventory management. The Sous Chef is expected to lead by example, foster a positive and productive kitchen environment, and step in to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef. This position is for an inspiring, outgoing, and energetic individual who is willing to exemplify, teach, and practice the Schweitzer culture of Collaboration, Authenticity, Purpose, and Empowerment.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Work in liaison with the Head Chef to train staff
• Ensures all prep is done according to recipes and portion standards.
• Leads kitchen staff through service.
• Expo, all line stations, prep, opening/closing, dish pit.
• Assist the Head Chef in planning and directing food preparation for Sky House operations.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and supervise all kitchen staff to ensure efficiency.
• Manage daily food production by creating accurate prep lists and ensuring timely setup/pick-ups.
• Complete prep work and maintain fully stocked backups to ensure readiness for daily service.
• Ensure all food meets high-quality standards and is prepared in accordance with recipes, procedures, and safe food handling practices.
• Organize and rotate food inventory received from the warehouse on a daily and weekly basis; maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Must be willing to work with both Front of House and Back of House teams.

Specific Job Skills

• License/Certifications- Idaho Food Safety Certification (will be allowed to take the test upon hire)
• Technical- Knife Skills. Knife Sharpening/Upkeep Sauteing, Searing, Grilling, Braising, Frying, Roasting Reducing, Simmering Open Flame Cooking Proper/Safe Food Storage, Temperature Control, Proper/Safe Reheating Brines, Pickling The 5 Mother Sauces Food Safety

Physical Capabilities

Able to stand/walk for the entire shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional

Worksite is 100% inside, and you will be exposed to fumes, odors, mechanical hazards, and burn hazards. All sensory skills needed. There is a possibility of outdoor work during the summer & shoulder seasons.

Education/Related Experience

Minimum education required- English reading and writing, plus basic math

Minimum time in related position- 4+ years of Restaurant kitchen and line cook experience required

Equipment And Safety / Protective Equipment Used

Non-Slip shoes required. Personal knives are encouraged.

Location

Located in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of the northern Idaho panhandle, and only 80 miles from Spokane, WA, Schweitzer overlooks the town of Sandpoint, ID and offers breathtaking views of three states, Canada and the impressive Lake Pend Oreille.

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