Sous Chef

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40 resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
 

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary: 

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Food and Beverage team is no exception to creating this experience of a lifetime. The Sous Chef is an integral part of restaurant operations responsible for leading the floor service, assisting management with operational needs, promoting teamwork amongst staff and maintaining service quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests. 

Job Specifications:

• Expected Pay Range: $25.00 - $28.94 / hour
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time
• Skill Level: Advanced  

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist executive chef in day to day operations of high volume full service upscale restaurants.
• Responsibilities include writing daily menu, ordering, receiving, teaching culinary students, scheduling, maintaining plating standards, supervise food safe handling procedures.  etc
• Supervises daily operations of the kitchen and staff in accordance with defined food program to set standards. 
• Facilitates daily pre-shift meetings.
• Managing budget and food cost control
• Supervising kitchen staff and developing staff
• Create a team atmosphere and lead by example
• Assist with hiring, discipline and retaining employees
• Documents and files work order requests in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements: 

• High school diploma or equivalent - required
• Culinary degree - preferred
• Graduate of accredited culinary program or ACF apprenticeship program or 5 years culinary supervisory experience in a hotel or resort setting
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate professionally. Must be able to write and produce menu. 
• The ability to work independently and contribute to a positive, productive work environment
• A flexible schedule including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
• Be able to lift up to 50lbs and stand for long periods of time
• Resumes – required

The expected pay range is $25.00 - $28.94. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  505889
Reference Date: 11/04/2024 
Job Code Function: Back of House  

Salary : $25 - $29