Advanced Cook

Vail Resorts•Newbury, NH

10d

About The Position

Advanced Cook at Vail Resorts. Cooks are an integral part of the culinary staff, assisting the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork among staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to provide guests with an exceptional dining experience. This is a winter seasonal position for 2026/2027. Full-time and part-time hours are available. The starting pay range is $22.00–$29.22 per hour. Applications are accepted until December 15 or until positions are filled, whichever comes first.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
One to two years of relevant work experience.
Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, practices, and food safety.
Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work and communicate well with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree or certification preferred.
Supervisory kitchen experience preferred.
ServSafe certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Understand the use and operation of kitchen equipment, tools, and accessories, and help train other kitchen staff in their use.
Adhere to and enforce applicable standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, and sanitation.
Maintain knowledge of current menu items and their ingredients.
Prepare ingredients and maintain par levels to meet demand and minimize waste.
Maintain ingredient inventory using a first-in, first-out method and monitor food waste for reporting.
Perform other duties as assigned.