Cook - Winter 26.27 Seasonal - Full/Part Time

About the role

Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation is seeking cooks of all skill levels to join the culinary team. Positions range from entry-level Cook 1 to experienced Cook 4, with opportunities at various food and beverage outlets across the resort.

Responsibilities

• Prepares various foods, under supervision, for restaurant and banquets.
• Maintains appropriate quality and production.
• Maintain high pace while cooking/prepping for a high-volume restaurant and other functions.
• Maintain cost control and ongoing sanitation practices.
• Set work area according to station guide.
• Label, date, rotate product and keep a clean station.
• Properly store food in correct and allotted areas.
• Complete Food Handler and Allergen training.
• Ensure compliance with established health and safety procedures.
• Report all observations of damaged/dangerous equipment.
• Conduct and record time and temps at station.
• Take direction from Chefs, Sous Chefs, and outlet managers.
• Organize station to create greatest efficiency and keep work area and kitchen organized and clean at all times, adhering to all state and local sanitary requirements.
• Aid in securing/storing food deliveries with knowledge of food hierarchy placement.
• Support with communication/notification regarding product outages.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2 years of previous work history/education required.
• Cook 1 - Preferred experience as a basic prep cook and/or counter service worker, but not required.
• Cook 2 - One year of relevant professional cooking experience.
• Cook 3 - 2 years' experience as a professional cook or 1 year plus an associate degree in Culinary Arts.
• Cook 4 - 3 years of relevant professional cooking experience or 2 years of experience and an associate degree in Culinary Arts.
• Ability to work at a high pace with a variety of kitchen equipment.
• Ability to adhere to Steamboat Culinary Guidelines.
• Intermediate skiing/riding ability required for certain locations.
• Must be able to interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers, and management consistent with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp's Service Excellence standards.
• Must have current Food Handler and Allergy training certificate, or must attend Food Handler and Aller-train certification courses for Alterra Mountain company within 14 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Must meet assessment criteria to move up within the cook levels.
• Must be minimum of 16 years of age for Cook 1.
• Must be minimum 18 years of age for Cook 2 - 4.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Skills

• Intermediate skiing/riding ability.
• Ability to work at a high pace with a variety of kitchen equipment.
• Ability to adhere to Steamboat Culinary Guidelines.

Benefits

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer.
• Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees.
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees.
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
• Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage.
• Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match.
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education.
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees.
• Free regional bus pass.

Pay

The base hourly pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00 per hour. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel.

Schedule

This position is open and still accepting applications. The application deadline varies by position but is generally accepted for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is located in Colorado and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO.