Sous Chef, Winter 26/27

Schweitzer; Enumclaw (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Alterra season pass

Employee housing available

Group health insurance

401K with matching

Discounts on gear and rentals

Paid time off

Job summary

Crystal Mountain, WA, is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to join our culinary team across multiple mountain venues. This role thrives in fast-paced environments, requires versatility, and involves stepping into different kitchens with confidence and skill. On-mountain access may require skiing or snowboarding.

You will support executive chefs, manage prep, cooking, and inventory, mentor staff, uphold food safety, and drive consistent, high-quality menus while adapting to seasonal demands.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in Food & Beverage required.
• Minimum of 1 year in Culinary BOH management or progressive leadership skills.
• Strong culinary skills across cuisines and service styles.
• Ability to ski or snowboard proficiently (intermediate+).
• Microsoft Office familiarity; experience with ordering, costing, accounting in kitchens.
• Serv Safe certification or ability to obtain WA Food Handlers Permit.
• Ability to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support Executive Chefs across venues and adapt to different kitchen environments.
• Execute prep, cooking, inventory, and sanitation functions.
• Learn and master a variety of menus while upholding high culinary standards.
• Ski or snowboard to access on-mountain venues and lead in the Head Chef’s absence.

Skills

F&B leadership

Culinary skills

Ski/Snowboard proficiency

Food safety basics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Costing & Inventory

ServSafe / WA Food Handlers

Job description

Seasonal WORK AND PLAY IN THE MOUNTAINS Join our team of big mountain adventurers at the largest ski resort in Washington! Here at Crystal, it’s more than our work. It’s our passion for the guest experience, the outdoors, and the community that bring us together at the end of the tree-lined road. We come from near and far to be up on the mountain because it’s an experience you just don’t get anywhere else. Events are always on the calendar and friends are always down to play. Work in the beautiful National Forest, neighboring Mt. Rainier, as a premier Ikon Pass destination with a whole lot of stoke to share.

Employee perks:

• Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts)
• Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under 50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
• Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
• Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
• Free friends & family day-ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
• Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
• Discounts on Gear Tune-Ups
• Discounts on Food & Beverage
• Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
• Free Crystal branded swag
• Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
• Discount Marketplace Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
• Employee-only Night Skiing events
• Employee Housing Available for eligible positions
• Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
• Group health insurance for eligible positions
• 401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
• Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year-round employment

Position Title

Sous Chef

Business Unit

Food & Beverage

Position Reports to

Executive Sous Chef, Executive Chef

Positions Reporting to this Role

Steward, Expeditor, Cook I, Cook II, Lead Cook

Location

Crystal Mountain, WA

Job Status

Non-Exempt Employee Type: Seasonal, Full Time

Pay range

$26 - $30

Crystal Mountain Overview

Crystal Mountain is the Pacific North West’s premier destination for skiers, snowboarders, and summer adventurers. We are part of Alterra Mountain Company which consists of some of the world’s most aspirational brands. A career with Crystal Mountain is more than what you do today; it’s being part of creating a community rooted in the spirit of the mountains, united by a passion for adventure, and celebrating the legendary adventures and enduring memories that mountains bring to everyone. Crystal Mountain delivers best in class service and adventures worthy of our extraordinary terrain and beauty. We are here to shape the future of mountain adventure.

We Embrace Empowerment We Honor Authenticity We Cultivate Collaboration We Prioritize Purpose

JOB SUMMARY

We’re seeking a dynamic and adventurous Sous Chef to join our culinary team across multiple mountain venues. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces variety, and isn’t afraid to “jump into holes” — stepping into different kitchens and situations with confidence and skill. Must be comfortable skiing or snowboarding to access certain locations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Support Executive Chefs across multiple venues, adapting quickly to different kitchen environments and team dynamics.
• Execute all kitchen functions including prep, cooking, inventory, and sanitation.
• Learn and master a variety of menus
• Maintain high culinary standards while working in both high-volume and full-service settings.
• Ski or snowboard on-mountain venues as needed, safely and reliably.
• Step into leadership roles when needed, ensuring smooth kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff across venues.
• Uphold food safety and cleanliness standards in all environments.
• Demonstrates an upbeat, positive attitude and acts and communicates in a professional manner while ensuring BOH staff is properly trained.
• Promotes a healthy and efficient environment through work ethic and staff engagement.
• Ensures recipes are adhered to and produced consistently and safely as well as monitoring food portioning, preparation, presentation, and waste to control costs.
• Coordinates with Executive Chef on all disciplinary actions with proper documentation, training and guidance in a positive professional manner.
• Reports any equipment malfunctions or breakage to facilities using ticket system to resolve the issue promptly.
• Assists in performing all inventories to ensure that all products are accurately counted and recorded.
• Abides by and upholds overall customer service, kitchen and food concession service standards and gives support to all kitchen operations as well as any FOH needs.
• Adheres to all policies, standards, SOP’s and training as directed by the Resort Executive Chef

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 3 years’ experience in Food & Beverage required.
• Minimum of 1 year in Culinary BOH management, or documentation of progressive leadership skills
• Strong culinary skills across multiple cuisines and service styles
• Ability to ski or snowboard proficiently (intermediate level or higher)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and experience with ordering, costing, and accounting for kitchens required
• Serv Safe certification, or ability to obtain and or WA Food Handlers Permit
• Ability to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must ski / snowboard at an intermediate ability to access some venues
• This position is required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays while in operation.
• Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position a minimum of 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other common office equipment on a constant basis.
• Auditory and visual acuity to operate computers, phones, mobile devices, and basic office equipment on a constant basis.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time sitting, bending, reaching, and speaking on a constant basis.
• Ability to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling, pushing, and pulling on an occasional basis.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other employees.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.
• This position description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for the role described above. With the evolution of the resort, the responsibilities of this position may change as may the dates associated with many of the tasks. During these times of change, this position requires flexibility and willingness to accept new responsibilities and potentially transfer others. It will also be the responsibility of any employee of the resort to be a positive influence on the transformation of the resort and its associated lines of business.

Crystal Mountain is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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