Job Description
Jackson Hole, WY, US
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, 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.
Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season, or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts. From day one, you’ll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, Employee housing, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service – our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.
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. Sous Chefs are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for managing the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork amongst staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.
Job Specifications
- Outlet: Colter Bay Village, Flagg Ranch, Jackson Lake Lodge, Jenny Lake Lodge
- Starting Wage: $51,000
- Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time
Job Responsibilities
- Assist in managing the culinary team including hiring, scheduling, training and developing teammates, managing performance including reviews, and succession planning
- Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
- Assist with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks
- Oversee and support warehouse staff and operations including shipping and receiving, inventory ordering and maintenance, product rotations and food waste reporting
- Resolve guest issues or complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience (GX) scores
- Administrative duties as needed including managing budgets, processing transfers and waste; May act as supervisor in the absence of an Executive Chef
- Other duties as assigned
The “must haves” for this position include:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Culinary degree or certification preferred
- ServSafe certification or regional equivalent required
- 3+ years of kitchen experience required, 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift, lift and/or carry up to 50lbs
- Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure
- Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred
We prefer that you additionally have the following skills/experience, but it is not required:
- Be genuinely concerned about the environment and recycling
- Have good communication/people skills
What’s In It For You?
- FREE Housing (including linens and all utilities)
- FREE Full Hook-Up RV Sites
- 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 Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria
- Complimentary WiFi
- Complimentary use of Recreation halls and Employee Gym (Climbing Wall)
Before you apply, visit http://www.gtlc.com/employment for detailed information about housing and other information you will find helpful.
This is a summer position. Our season typically runs from May through early October. Candidates must be available to work until the end of the season.
Come capture the “Spirit of the Tetons” in one of the most photographed mountain ranges in North America. Our team returns year after year to ensure that our guests get the most out of our abundant wildlife, breathtaking views, hiking trails, fishing and much more.