Assistant General Manager Sous Chef, Winter Seasonal, Be

Assistant General Manager Sous Chef, Winter Seasonal, Housing May Be Available

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Created to provide a lifetime experience. 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).

• 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

As Sous Chef at one of Keystone Resort’s Quick Service Restaurants, you will play a vital leadership role in the kitchen, helping to deliver high‑quality, consistent food in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. Reporting to the General Manager, you will oversee and support the BOH Lead and kitchen 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.

• Starting Wage: $56,500‑$64,000
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
• Shift Type:
  Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age:
  At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

• Kitchen Leadership & Team Support:
  Oversee, support, and develop the Back of House (BOH) Lead, ensuring effective daily kitchen operations.
• Train, coach, develop, and inspire line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels to build skills and grow as contributing team members.
• Foster a positive, productive, and respectful kitchen culture aligned with Vail Resorts’ core values.
• Provide hands‑on leadership during service and throughout kitchen prep and close‑down.
• Assist General Manager in overseeing all outlet operations and staff.

• Ensure timely, consistent, and high‑quality food production in a quick service setting.
• Uphold Keystone Resort and brand standards for food presentation, quality, and portioning.
• Maintain operational efficiency during peak service times and throughout the busy ski season.
• Execute Grill & Fry Optimization processes to meet company expectations.
• Plan and host group events as necessary.

• Assist with inventory tracking and ordering of food and supplies.
• Monitor food waste, portion control, and kitchen organization to achieve food cost targets.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of products.

• Enforce compliance with health department regulations and Vail Resorts’ food safety standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Conduct regular cleaning schedules and safety checks.

• Collaborate with front‑of‑house teams to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Uphold Keystone Resort’s commitment to exceptional guest experiences.
• Address guest feedback and support quality improvements.

• 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.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and peak resort periods.
• Ability…