Chef - Butte 66

Vail Resorts•Mount Crested Butte, CO

2d•$57,784 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Culinary Assistant Managers are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Culinary Assistant Managers are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for managing the kitchen alongside the Restaurant General Manager, promoting teamwork amongst staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests. This role also partners closely with the GM to ensure administrative efficiency, operational accuracy, and compliance with company standards.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of restaurant experience with at least 1 year at a managerial level
High school diploma or equivalent
Leadership, problem-solving and multi-tasking skills
Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
Communication and customer service skills
Must be able to lift and carry 40+ lbs.
TIPS certification required within 30 days of employment
Serve Safe Food Protection Manager certification required within 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

Assist GM in day‑to‑day operations of the restaurant, specifically the Back of House/Kitchen, and managing the culinary team of chefs, cooks, and BOH support, including hiring, scheduling, training, developing teammates, performance management (including reviews), and succession planning
Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
Assist with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks and line & food quality checks
Participate in and/or conduct daily briefings with staff as well as weekly safety meetings
Oversee and support inventory/warehouse operations including shipping and receiving, ordering and maintaining stock levels, product rotations, food waste reporting, and ensuring proper documentation
Resolve guest issues or complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience (GX) scores
Partner with the GM to support administrative operations including: Managing budgets and cost controls, including labor, food, and operating expenses; Assisting with payroll processes, scheduling, and ensuring timecard accuracy; Completing and maintaining required compliance logs, training records, and safety documentation; Contributing to financial and operational reporting requirements, including month‑end procedures and daily sales reporting
Partner with the GM to complete administrative workflows such as vendor communication, invoice processing, transfers, waste logs, and incident documentation
Assist GM in long‑term planning, operational analysis, and execution of efficiency improvements and company initiatives
Other duties as assigned