Kirkwood, CA, US
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
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 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.
Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).
Employee Benefits
• 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
To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary
**MUST BE CURRENTLY WORKING IN THE COUNTRY ON AN ACTIVE H2B VISA TO APPLY / BE CONSIDERED**
Job Summary:
Are you seeking fun and adventurous employment opportunities in the world’s best Ski Resorts? If you would like to learn the culinary side of a food and beverage operation, this is the job for you. By joining the F&B team, you will develop new and varied skills in a dynamic work environment. Regardless of your specific job, you will help deliver the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests and fellow employees by living our core values; Serve Others, Do Right, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe, and Have Fun!
Advanced Cooks functions as a very experienced cook, responsible for performing the full range of the most difficult cooking tasks. In addition to cooking complex menu items, prepares sauces and glazes to enhance flavors. Improvises on established recipes based on the availability of ingredients. Suggests, develops, and tests new recipes and menu items. May assist with ordering and inventory management. Oversees food preparation and provides training and guidance to more junior staff. Responsible for supporting the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to execute, prepare, and ensure quality service in our culinary operations. Perform daily back-of-house culinary tasks to deliver excellent culinary service to resort guests, including but not limited to the following: Setting and stocking workstations as necessary; Preparing a wide variety of basic to complex menu items; and Assisting other cooks as needed.
Job Specifications:
Expected Pay: $22.00 / hour
Shift type: Full-Time, weekends and holidays
Job Responsibilities:
Make connections with guests and co-workers
Share our passion for the mountains during the service
Follow the leadership guidelines as outlined during the daily pre-shift meeting
Prepare a range of food items in a fun teamwork-oriented environment
Maintain clean and tidy workstations throughout and at the end of the workday
Ski/Snowboard out after work (optional + location dependent)
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Minimum 2 years of culinary experience
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Desire to learn and grow
Must be able to communicate fluently in English
Ability to stand for extended periods of time, to bend, lift, and carry objects up to 40lbs
The expected pay range is $22.00. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
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 503505
Reference Date: 07/18/2024
Job Code Function: Back of House
Nearest Major Market: California
