Employment Type: Year Round (10-month)
Shift Type: Full Time hours available
Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
Housing Availability: Yes
Job Responsibilities
Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain qualified culinary staff.
Train, coach, and supervise the entire culinary team.
Lead menu development and ensure all menu items have established specifications for portioning, preparation, presentation, and pricing; maintain consistent adherence to recipe and quality standards.
Organize the kitchen to provide a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
Ensure compliance with all health department regulations, food safety standards, and company policies.
Responsible for the proper staffing levels of all kitchen departments and the posting of weekly schedules.
Plan weekly cafeteria menus.
Oversee inventory management, purchasing, receiving, and product rotation to minimize waste and shortages.
Work closely with Front of House managers and staff to align service expectations, manage guest needs, and ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
Develop team members through coaching, training, performance feedback, and succession planning.
Responsible for achieving food cost, labor cost, and departmental financial goals.
Maintain appropriate par levels for food, beverage, kitchen supplies, and operating equipment.
Adhere to brand standards to ensure that all guests have an outstanding culinary experience.
Foster a positive, motivational work environment and build a cohesive culinary team.
Exhibit a professional demeanor through appearance, conduct, and a positive attitude toward employees and guests.
Actively participate in daily operations by modeling proper culinary techniques and working alongside team members.
Capable of functioning in all aspects of culinary operations and providing coverage when needed.
Stays abreast of all culinary trends and cultivates creativity among the culinary team through innovative daily specials.
Responsible for maintaining clean and organized storage areas for all food items and for proper rotation.
Oversee preventative maintenance of kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs as necessary to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Culinary school degree or 5 years in multi outlet hotels
2 years Sous Chef experience required
SERV safe Manager
Purchasing Systems, MS Office Suite, POS experience
English
Serve Safe Certification or equivalent state issued Food Handler Card
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of different stations like grill, Garde manager, and saute.
High volume cooking
What's In It For You?
FREE Dormitory Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites
FREE Wi-Fi
FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park
FREE Participation in guest activities: Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever – living in one of the most picturesque national parks!
FREE Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls, Employee Gyms (Climbing Wall at JLL) and watersports equipment.
40% retail discounts plus online ProDeals
20% grocery and restaurant discounts
$112/week Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria (mandatory for dorm residents, optional for RVers, FREE for Salary roles)
Before you apply, visit http://www.TetonEmployee.com for detailed information about housing and other information you will find helpful.
We are committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability through zero waste, energy and water conservation, green dining and retail, volunteerism, and education. Grand Teton Lodge Company offers an amazing place to live and work, as well as FREE dormitory housing.
In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
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 518734
- Reference Date: 11/06/2026
- Job Code Function: Back of House
