Cook - All Experience Levels - Full-time / Part-time

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. You're someone who pushes boundaries and challenges the status quo. You're brave, ambitious and passionate in everything you do. And we want you on our team. Pursue your fullest potential and never settle in the quest to deliver extraordinary guest service. Join one of the world's 50 most innovative companies as named by Fast Company, and re-imagine a mountain resort experience with us. Welcome to Vail Resorts. Reach Your Peak.

No transportation? Don’t want to make the drive? No problem!! We have an employee shuttle that runs EVERYDAY from South Lake Tahoe to Kirkwood, free of cost! We encourage all employees who don’t want to make the commute themselves to jump on the shuttle, sit back and relax, on their way to work!

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If you would prefer to drive AND want to make some extra cash, you will definitely want to participate in our Employee Carpool Program! Make up to $25.00 a DAY just for driving your fellow employees to work!

We are currently seeking Cooks of All Experience Levels to work at our on-mountain and base area locations for the winter season!

Job Summaries:

The Entry Cook is responsible for basic food preparation tasks, such as cutting up meat and fish, cleaning, peeling, slicing, chopping, measuring and mixing ingredients, etc. May use basic cooking skills to work on a line or in a cooking station, such as the broiler, fryer, oven, grill, or sauté station and be responsible for set up of assigned station. May be responsible for loading and unloading food product to remote meal sites for preparation.  

The Intermediate Cook functions as an experienced cook responsible for performing the full cooking process using established recipes. This includes preparing and measuring ingredients; grilling, broiling, baking, frying, and sautéing; testing for doneness and taste; adjusting seasoning and temperature for best results; and attractive food presentation. In casual facilities, fully responsible for all aspects of a cooking station. Ensures cooking station or area is sanitary and fully functional. 

The Advanced Cook Functions as very experienced cook, responsible for performing the full range of the most difficult cooking tasks. In addition to cooking complex menu items, prepares sauces and glazes to enhance flavors. Improvises on established recipes based on availability of ingredients. Suggests, develops, and tests new recipes and menu items. May assist with ordering and inventory management. Oversees food preparation and provides training and guidance to more junior staff.

Requirements:

• Individuals who are passionate about guest service and the hospitality/ski industry
• English Proficiency
• Able to work the entire season (November - April)
• Some experience in food and beverage or guest service
• Flexibility is a must, and typically most hours will be on weekends and holidays.

What’s in it for you?

• Free EPIC Pass to all of our resorts
• Discounted tickets to Arapahoe Basin
• Discounted lodging at our Rock Resort Properties starting at $85/night
• 50% off Colorado Mountain Express transportation
• Food and beverage discounts at mountain dining locations
• Retail discounts at Vail Resorts Retail stores
• 10-25% off  at our Starbucks locations
• Unique events! Including concerts, employee meals, employee activities, pro competitions!
• Complementary Meal durning each shift.
• Carpool Incentives
• Housing may be available - contact your manager for more information

Where You Could Be Working:

Monte Wolfe's  - Fast Casual Dining

Snowshoe Thompson's  - Fast Casual Dining

Wall Bar - Up Scale Apres Dining

Red Cliffs/General Store - Deli/Store, Prep Kitchen, Weekend Food Service

The Kirkwood Inn - Historic, with Home Cooked Meals

Cornice Grill - Sit Down Fast Casual Dining

Sunrise Grill - Our Only On-Mountain Dining

Kirkwood is for those that embrace the big mountain lifestyle and are as passionate about skiing and riding as they are about creating amazing experiences for our guests. Magical, raw, expansive and remote…Kirkwood is the stuff of legend. We’re famous for legendary snowfall, challenging inbounds terrain, backcountry guided tours and premier avalanche education programs. Those that come here come for an adventure unique to Kirkwood! Join our close-knit team working at one of the most stunning alpine resorts in the country.

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 132869