Sous Chef, Winter 26/27

Crystal Mountain•Enumclaw, WA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a dynamic and adventurous Sous Chef to join our culinary team across multiple mountain venues. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces variety, and isn’t afraid to “jump into holes” — stepping into different kitchens and situations with confidence and skill. Must be comfortable skiing or snowboarding to access certain locations.

Requirements

At least 3 years’ experience in Food & Beverage required
Minimum of 1 year in Culinary BOH management, or documentation of progressive leadership skills
Strong culinary skills across multiple cuisines and service styles
Ability to ski or snowboard proficiently (intermediate level or higher)
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and experience with ordering, costing, and accounting for kitchens required
Serv Safe certification, or ability to obtain and or WA Food Handlers Permit
Ability to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays required.

Responsibilities

Support Executive Chefs across multiple venues, adapting quickly to different kitchen environments and team dynamics.
Execute all kitchen functions including prep, cooking, inventory, and sanitation.
Learn and master a variety of menus.
Maintain high culinary standards while working in both high-volume and full-service settings.
Ski or snowboard on-mountain venues as needed, safely and reliably.
Step into leadership roles when needed, ensuring smooth kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.
Train and mentor kitchen staff across venues.
Uphold food safety and cleanliness standards in all environments.
Demonstrates an upbeat, positive attitude and acts and communicates in a professional manner while ensuring BOH staff is properly trained.
Promotes a healthy and efficient environment through work ethic and staff engagement.
Ensures recipes are adhered to and produced consistently and safely as well as monitoring food portioning, preparation, presentation, and waste to control costs.
Coordinates with Executive Chef on all disciplinary actions with proper documentation, training and guidance in a positive professional manner.
Reports any equipment malfunctions or breakage to facilities using ticket system to resolve the issue promptly.
Assists in performing all inventories to ensure that all products are accurately counted and recorded.
Abides by and upholds overall customer service, kitchen and food concession service standards and gives support to all kitchen operations as well as any FOH needs.
Adheres to all policies, standards, SOP’s and training as directed by the Resort Executive Chef

Benefits

Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts) + Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
Free friends & family day-ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
Discounts on Gear Tune-Ups
Discounts on Food & Beverage
Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
Free Crystal branded swag
Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
Discount Marketplace Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
Employee-only Night Skiing events
Employee Housing Available for eligible positions
Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
Group health insurance for eligible positions
401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year-round employment