Sous Chef - Housing May Be Available

Vail Resorts; Colorado; On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the ski industry as a Sous Chef where you will manage kitchen operations and promote teamwork among culinary staff. Enjoy some of the highest compensation rates in the industry along with excellent perks such as free ski passes, discounts, and health benefits.

Benefits

Ski/Mountain Perks: free passes and lessons

Employee discounts on lodging, food, and gear

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional development

Referral Program

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Critical Illness and Accident plans

Qualifications

• 3+ years of kitchen experience required, 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift and lift/carry up to 50lbs.
• Must communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist GM in day-to-day operations and managing the culinary team.
• Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation.
• Oversee inventory/warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, and product rotations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Culinary degree or certification

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

For the third consecutive year, Newsweek names Vail Resorts as one of 2025 Most Trustworthy Companies in America. Learn more here.

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Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program
  

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Sous Chefs are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Sous Chefs are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for managing the kitchen alongside the Restaurant General Manager, promoting teamwork amongst staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Job Specifications

Expected Pay Range: $56,485 - $63,147/annum

Shift & Schedule Availability: Full-Time / Year-Round

Job Responsibilities

Assist GM in day to day operations of the restaurant and managing the culinary team including hiring, scheduling, training and developing teammates, managing performance including reviews, and succession planning

Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

Assist with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks, line & food quality checks

Participates in and/or conducts daily briefings with staff as well as weekly safety meetings

Oversee and support inventory/warehouse and operations including shipping and receiving, inventory ordering and maintenance, product rotations and food waste reporting

Resolve guest issues or complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience (GX) scores

Administrative duties as needed including managing budgets, payroll/scheduling, processing transfers and waste

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required ; Culinary degree or certification preferred

ServSafe certification or regional equivalent required

3+ years of kitchen experience required , 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred

Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift, lift and/or carry up to 50lbs

Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure

Ability to create a team environment and lead by example

Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred

The expected pay range is $56,485 - $63,147+Annual Bonus . This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 508507
Reference Date:05/22/2025
Job Code Function:Back of House