Cook - Zephyr Lodge - Northstar California Resort - Winter Seasonal 2017 - FT & PT - 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.

We're looking for motivated, experienced cooks to come join the Zephyr Lodge team!

You will take two chair lift rides to this location.  Zephyr Lodge is located on the mountain at the top of the Tahoe Zephyr Express lift.  The newest on-mountain restaurant and bar, the Zephyr Lodge features an open floor plan, large timbers and a huge window wall offering spectacular views of the Pacific Crest.  Enjoy a variety of internationally-inspired menu options including noodle and rice bowls, upscale grill, gourmet pizza, specialty soups and a salad bar.  Open 8:30-4. [500 Indoor Seats, 200 Outdoor Seats]

As a cook, you may be assigned to grill, prep, Asian, pizza, or expo stations, preparing food to the Executive Chef's vision and expectations.  Some cooks rotate stations each shift, while some remain at the same station until they have mastered that skill and are interested in learning another.  Cooks often train with vegetable and ingredient preparation and work their way to more advanced tasks.  You provide the passion and we'll give you the skills!  As a cook, you'll play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and restaurant goals.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepares food for guests by following proper cooking procedures. 
• Plating and presentation of menu items.
• Follows all Health Dept required food handling procedures.  Keeps a clean, well maintained, sanitary work environment.
• Expediting duties include filling customer orders, garnishing, and handing meals to customers.
• Keeps equipment operational by following manufacturers’ instructions and established procedures.
• Maintain a full and fresh food line by notifying teammates of shortages and replenishing food at workstation.
• Provides information to customers by answering food preparation questions and resolving special requests.
• Protects customers and employees by adhering to all sanitation policies and procedures and maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Contribute to team effort by participating in Job Sharing, assuming responsibility for the cleanliness of the resort and safety of guests and employees; participating in safety meetings; accepting diverse assignments; maintain a positive and friendly attitude and demeanor in all internal and external interactions.
• Meet service level objectives and department goals as set forth by immediate supervisor.
• Flexible working hours. 

   

Zephyr Lodge:

Laid-back California Luxury, the Way It Should Be.

With diverse tree-lined mountain trails, a world-class terrain park and a vibrant village, Northstar is the perfect setting for families and snow sports enthusiasts alike. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada just 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe, 30 minutes from Reno and a few hours from Napa and San Francisco, it’s easy to explore everything Northern California has to offer. Join the Northstar team and learn why Truckee, CA has been voted one of the “Top 25 Ski Towns in the World.”

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 139120