Hazie's - Full Service Restaurant Chef - Winter 2026-27 Seasonal - Full Time

Steamboat Ski Resort•Steamboat Springs, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chef is responsible for kitchen operations, including menu planning, provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. The role directs training for culinary staff and other kitchen workers preparing and cooking food to support efficient and profitable food service. The Chef supervises and participates in daily operations of assigned restaurant kitchen facilities, maintains compliance with health, safety, and company procedures, and supports the Resort Culinary Management team as manager on duty when needed. This is a seasonal, full-time position for Winter 2026–27, primarily based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. A resume is required.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in a Chef capacity at a hotel, restaurant, or equivalent as a Banquet or Restaurant Chef.
Prior management experience.
Professional knowledge and skills in food preparation, cooking, and presentation, including knife handling and knowledge of food characteristics and shelf life.
Planning, administrative, supervisory, math, and budget management skills.
Ability to work effectively with company personnel and outside vendors.
Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Serve Safe Certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire; alternatively, Serv Safe Instructor or Plus Trainer certification may be acquired within the first three months.
Ability to interact positively with guests, coworkers, and management consistent with the company’s Service Excellence standards.
Effective problem-solving skills and ability to maintain positive relationships with guests and staff.
Ability to consistently model the company’s Service Excellence standards.
At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds; stand for long periods or walk for up to six hours; and use hands and arms for up to six hours.
Ability to handle knives and use the senses of taste and smell, as well as peripheral, color, and depth vision.
Ability to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

Nice To Haves

Spanish language skills.
Knowledge of Food Trak.
Serv Safe Instructor or Plus Trainer certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure outlets and departments comply with established health and safety procedures and department and company policies.
Store food and equipment in their designated areas.
Plan and develop outlet and specialty menus with the Director of Culinary; research, develop, modify, and test recipes.
Supervise, staff, coordinate, and participate in daily operations of assigned restaurant kitchens.
Assist the Director of Culinary in supervising kitchen staff on food handling, rotation, and sanitation.
Serve as manager on duty when necessary in support of the Resort Culinary Management team.
Open and close kitchens according to schedules, guidelines, and assignments.
Assist in creating and following prep, cleaning, and closing lists.
Supervise and coordinate purchasing and inventory control for food, supplies, and equipment.
Coordinate food and menu costing (COGS); work with the purchasing agent on par levels and supply management.
Work with outlet chefs on staffing needs and labor control.
Oversee or directly supervise food preparation, quantity, and production activities.
Conduct training as determined by management.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Free Alterra Mountain Pass for eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass for eligible employees.
Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees.
Vacation and sick time policies for eligible employees.
Discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, and other items.
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, and FSAs for Year Round, Flex Year Round, and Season-to-Season employees.
Apex-MEC minimum essential coverage plan for seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage, including preventive and urgent care visits, free telehealth, limited hospitalization, prescription drug benefits, and free multilingual behavioral health.
401(k) plan with company match.
Discounted tuition with a partner online university.
Paid parental leave of up to six weeks for eligible employees.
Free regional bus pass.
Potential short-term and long-term incentives.