Chef - Winter Season

Alterra • Winter Park, CO

1d • $70,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Food and Beverage Chef is accountable for the kitchen operations of the designated Food and Beverage outlet at Winter Park Resort. This employee will meet and/or exceed established targets and standards for employee satisfaction, guest satisfaction, and financial performance. This includes all aspects of food sales, operating expenses, control systems, operating standards, people management, and the development of unique experiences for our guests. The Chef supports the outlet’s Food and Beverage Manager with strategic and future planning as it relates to the Food and Beverage outlet. The Chef will follow all Winter Park policies and procedures, all applicable laws (federal, state, and local), and all health and sanitation codes.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Chef capacity at a hotel, restaurant, or equivalent as a Banquet or Restaurant Chef required
• Broad and in-depth professional knowledge and skills in food preparation, cooking and presentation; good knife handling skills and knowledge of food and its characteristics, especially its shelf-life expiration
• Prior management experience required
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Good planning, administrative and supervisory and math skills, and budget management experience required
• Can deal effectively with a variety of company personnel and outside vendors
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word required, as well as Food Trak is preferred
• Serv Safe Certification, or willingness to attain certification upon hire
• Problem-solve in a highly effective manner and maintain positive relationships with guests and staff, including management, subordinates and co-workers.
• Be a consistent role model for company’s Service Excellence standards
• Must have current Food Manager and Allergy training certificate, or must attend Food Manager and Aller-train certification courses for Alterra Mountain company within 14 days of employment
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Has a degree from a two-year culinary school and two years of experience in a quality establishment; or five years professional experience in a quality establishment
• Has a minimum of two years supervisory experience
• In-depth knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques

Nice To Haves

• Food Trak is preferred

Responsibilities

• Abide by and ensure all outlets/departments compliance with established health and safety procedures as well as department/and company policies & procedures
• Properly store food and equipment in correct and allotted areas
• Plan and develop with Executive Chef menus for outlets and all specialty menus to research, develop, modify and test recipes
• Supervise, staff, coordinate and participate in the daily operations of assigned restaurant kitchen facilities
• Assist Executive Chef in the supervision of kitchen staff regarding food handling, including rotation and sanitation
• Support Resort Culinary Management team in supervisory role as manager on duty when necessary
• Open and close kitchens according to schedule/guidelines/assignments. Assist in the creation, usage, and follow through of prep lists, cleaning lists, and closing lists
• Supervise and coordinate food, supply, equipment, and inventory control purchasing for operations. Coordinate food and menu costing (COGS). Work directly with purchasing agent on par levels and supply management
• Work with outlet chefs on staffing needs and labor control
• Oversee or directly supervise all food preparation and production activities
• Conduct training as determined by management
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts
• Discounted friends & family tickets
• Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave and more for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4%
• Mental health resources for all employees
• Food & beverage and retail discounts
• Onsite employee childcare based on availability
• Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED