Line Cook, Winter 26/27

About the role

Cook is responsible for BOH operations of a specific outlet within Crystal Mountain Resort Culinary Operations and works to provide the best possible guest experience within the restaurant. Follows recipes, chef guidance on stations, Standard Operating Procedures, and all safety regulations. Responsible for the overall cleanliness, organization and sanitation of his/her specific station, the kitchen as a whole, and for the delivery of high quality and properly served food & beverage products. Works to develop a positive public image of his/her specific outlet and Crystal Mountain Resort.

Responsibilities

• Cooks at Crystal Mountain Resort is an entry‑level culinary position.
• Basic knife skills.
• Basic ability to follow recipes.
• Basic understanding of food sanitation, FIFO and food storage.
• Willingness to learn and receive training from Chef to develop technique.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of the assigned station and the overall kitchen.
• Ensure delivery of high‑quality, properly served food and beverage products.
• Promote a positive public image of the outlet and the resort.

Requirements

• 1‑2 years experience in kitchen operations.
• Ability to obtain WA Food Safety Card within 3 days of hiring.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours at a time.
• Some culinary outlets require intermediate skiing/snowboarding ability during the winter season.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work at different venues and/or locations.
• Willingness to learn and develop as a culinary professional.
• Physical demands: lift, carry, or move a minimum of 50 pounds occasionally; work extended periods bending, reaching, and speaking; stand, walk, kneel, push, and pull occasionally; continuous talking and hearing.

Benefits

• 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 with generous match and immediate vesting for all staff members over 18.
• Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year‑round employment.

Pay

Pay range: $21 - $24 per hour.

Schedule

This position is required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays while in operation. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work at different venues and/or locations.