Chef/Culinary-Assistant Manager Coleman Brook Tavern

Vail Resorts • Ludlow, VT

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About The Position

The Culinary Assistant Manager is an integral part of the culinary and hospitality team, responsible for managing the kitchen alongside the Restaurant General Manager, promoting teamwork among staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to provide an exceptional guest dining experience. The role also partners closely with the GM on administrative efficiency, operational accuracy, and compliance with company standards. This is a year-round, full-time position at Coleman Brook Tavern, with a starting wage of $60,000. Housing is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• ServSafe Certification or relevant equivalent required.
• At least 3 years of kitchen experience required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to stand and work continuously throughout a shift and lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
• Ability to create a team environment and lead by example.
• Must communicate fluently in English.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree or certification preferred.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.
• Bilingual communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the GM with daily restaurant operations, particularly the kitchen, and manage the culinary team, including hiring, scheduling, training, development, performance reviews, performance management, and succession planning.
• Maintain facility, food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Assist with menu development, production, and training, including station playbooks and line and food quality checks.
• Participate in or conduct daily staff briefings and weekly safety meetings.
• Oversee and support inventory and warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, ordering, stock levels, product rotation, food-waste reporting, and required documentation.
• Resolve guest issues and complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience scores.
• Partner with the GM on budgets and cost controls, including labor, food, and operating expenses.
• Assist with payroll, scheduling, and timesheet accuracy.
• Complete and maintain compliance logs, training records, and safety documentation.
• Contribute to financial and operational reporting, including month-end procedures and daily sales reporting.
• Partner with the GM on administrative workflows such as vendor communications, invoice processing, transfers, waste logs, and incident documentation.
• Assist the GM with long-term planning, operational analysis, efficiency improvements, and company initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free employee ski passes and discounted lift tickets for friends and family, plus free ski lessons.
• Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Training and professional development.
• Referral program.
• For eligible full-time employees: health, medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours).
• Free ski passes for dependents for full-time roles.
• Critical illness and accident plans for full-time roles.

What This Job Offers

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