Restaurant Chef - Winter 26.27 Seasonal - Full Time

Steamboat Ski Resort•Steamboat Springs, CO

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Chef will be responsible for kitchen operations including menu planning, provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. This position directs the training of culinary staff and other kitchen workers engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and profitable food service. If you work well under pressure, are organized, flexible, self-motivated and dedicated, apply today! Resume Required.

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
Serve Safe Certification, or willingness to attain certification upon hire or Serv Safe Instructor or plus trainer’s certification (may be acquired in 1st three months of position)
Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers and management consistent with SSRC’s Service Excellence standards.
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 a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Read, write, and speak fluently in English.

Nice To Haves

Spanish a plus

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 Director of Culinary 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 Director of Culinary 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 list, 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, quantify and production activities
Conduct training as determined by management
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees
Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees
Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge
Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
401(k) plan with generous company match
Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
Free regional bus pass