Prep Cook, Winter 26/27

About the role

Join our team of big mountain adventurers at the largest ski resort in Washington! We are looking for a Prep Cook to regulate food handling safety standards and kitchen cleanliness, and to provide the greatest guest experience in all Food and Beverage venues.

Responsibilities

• Regulates food handling safety standards and kitchen cleanliness
• Must be aware of basic measuring units and basic math
• Changes propane when needed
• Uses palette and knowledge to regulate food quality and standards
• Is proficient in their assigned station
• May be able and willing to help dishwasher from time to time
• Keeps own station clean and stocked at all times of business
• Helps all hands in closing duties at the end of service and preps for the following day as needed

Requirements

• Must have basic knife skills
• Must have prior kitchen experience
• Must possess strong food safety knowledge and demonstrate ability and desire to promote all food handling guidelines as dictated by Washington State law
• General food knowledge and excellent palette

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

This position is required to work evenings, weekends and holidays while in operation. The successful candidate will be able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position a minimum of 50 pounds on an occasional basis, and will have manual dexterity to operate a computer and other common office equipment on a constant basis.

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

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21 - $22 per hour.