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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 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.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee 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

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary (https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en\_US)

Job Summary:

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Sous Chefs are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. As a Sous Chef at Stevens Pass you will play a vital leadership role in the kitchens, helping to deliver high-quality, consistent food in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Reporting to the Culinary General Manager, you will oversee and support the BOH staff while maintaining excellent standards of food safety, efficiency, and teamwork. The Sous Chef is key to driving both guest satisfaction and team performance throughout the season.

Job Specifications:

+ Starting Wage: $25.00/hr - $29.55/hr

+ Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026

+ Shift Type: Full Time hours available

+ Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

+ Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

+ Train, coach, develop, and inspire BOH staff from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels to build skills, take ownership of their roles, and grow as contributing members of the team.

+ Maintain operational efficiency during peak service times and throughout busy ski season

+ Provide hands-on leadership during service and throughout kitchen prep and close-down.

+ Ensure timely, consistent, and high-quality food production in a quick service setting.

+ Assist with inventory tracking and ordering of food and supplies.

+ Monitor food waste, portion control, and kitchen organization to achieve food cost targets.

+ Address guest feedback and support quality improvements.

+ Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure smooth and efficient service.

+ Ensure health department compliance, cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen areas and equipment.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

+ 2+ years of kitchen leadership experience (quick service or high-volume preferred).

+ Strong understanding of fast-paced kitchen operations and food safety.

+ Ability to lead and inspire a diverse seasonal team.

+ Excellent communication and organizational skills.

+ Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and peak resort periods.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

+ ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification preferred.

+ Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience is a plus.

The expected pay range is $25.00/hr - $29.55/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

_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 510712_

_Reference Date: 08/09/2025_

_Job Code Function: General Management_