Experienced Cook
Job Summary
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
Join our team for a season or build a career at 40+ resorts across 3 continents. Receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons.
Job Specifications
- Starting Wage: $21.00/hr - $24.19/hr
- Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
- Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: Yes
Job Responsibilities
Understand the use and operation of kitchen equipment, tools, and accessories for use and training other kitchen staff. Adhere to and enforce applicable standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, and sanitation to ensure a high-quality work environment and guest experience. Maintain knowledge of current menu items and their ingredients. Prep ingredients and maintain par levels for demand to minimize waste. Maintain inventory of ingredients using a first in first out method and monitor food waste for reporting. Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree or certification: Preferred
- Work Experience: 1-2 years of relevant work experience; supervisory kitchen experience preferred
- Knowledge: Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, practices, and food safety; ServSafe certifications a plus
- Physical Abilities: Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods, ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., ability to work well and communicate with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure, must be able to communicate fluently in English
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
Job Responsibilities
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The expected pay range is $21.00/hr - $24.19/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.