Culinary Manager/Chef - Employee Housing Available

Vail Resorts • Truckee, CA

8d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Manager/Chef is responsible for food quality, presentation, and service at Zephyr Lodge, an on-mountain venue at 8,000 feet elevation at Northstar California. During the winter, the high-volume quick-service restaurant serves Asian Fusion-inspired rice and ramen dishes alongside lodge classics. In summer, the operation shifts to weddings, banquets, and events, primarily serving weddings and corporate events. The role calls for a well-rounded chef with culinary and management skills; experience with international cuisines, banquet service, plated service standards, Banquet Event Orders, and weddings or events is preferred.

The manager assists the General Manager with scheduling, labor, ordering, inventory, training, performance management, and event preparation and execution. They lead and support kitchen staff, maintain food safety and sanitation standards, and help ensure guests enjoy a positive dining experience at their event. This is a year-round, full-time position. Employee housing is available. The expected pay range is $25.00–$30.15 per hour.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Minimum 2 years of restaurant or culinary management experience and/or banquet and events experience preferred, as stated in the work-experience requirement.
• Minimum 3 years of direct management experience.
• Computer skills with purchasing systems, MS Office Suite, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree (preferred, not required).
• Experience with international cuisines, banquet service, plated service standards, Banquet Event Orders, and weddings or events.
• Advanced culinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Be proficient in all kitchen positions and demonstrate in-depth knowledge of culinary techniques.
• Create a motivating atmosphere and cohesive team environment.
• Train, supervise, and communicate standards effectively to direct reports.
• Ensure the outlet follows HACCP and Serve Safe culinary guidelines, including food handling, FIFO stock rotation, sanitation, labeling, and dating.
• Maintain an accessible, current SDS book and train staff in its use.
• Assist the General Manager with staff scheduling, labor budgets, assigning duties and breaks, and adjusting staffing to business volume.
• Model and uphold professional grooming and uniform standards, food safety practices, positive conduct, preparedness, and a clean, safe work area.
• Follow through on disciplinary actions with appropriate documentation, training, and guidance.
• Manage ordering and receiving, cost transfers, order guides, and inventory control for food, beverages, and supplies for the building.
• Conduct routine line checks and maintain the quality of food served and produced.
• Assist the General Manager with hiring and retaining food service personnel.
• Lead the kitchen team in maintaining kitchen and equipment condition and cleanliness, meeting safety and sanitation standards, and promptly addressing equipment malfunctions.
• Work with restaurant management to complete monthly food safety audits.
• Assist with creating and following prep, cleaning, and closing lists.
• Uphold Vail Resorts policies, procedures, and operating standards.
• Ensure recipes are followed and produced consistently and safely.
• Monitor portioning, preparation, and waste to control cost of goods.
• Use Avero reports to help predict daily business volume and preparation levels.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and positive attitude toward employees and guests.
• Conduct monthly inventories and ensure products are accurately counted and recorded.
• 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: medical, dental, and vision insurance plans after working 500 hours; free ski passes for dependents; critical illness and accident plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed