Purchasing & Receiving Manager, Food & Beverage

Position Title

Food & Beverage Purchasing and Receiving Manager

Food & Beverage

Food and Beverage Director

Full‑time year round

1-8

$30-34/hr, bonus eligible

Crystal Mountain is the Pacific Northwest's premier destination for skiers, snowboarders, and summer adventurers. It is part of Alterra Mountain Company.

The Food & Beverage Purchasing and Receiving Manager oversees procurement, inventory, and distribution of products to support resort operations. Responsibilities include vendor management, inventory control, quality assurance, budgeting, staff leadership, and reporting.

• Maintain strong vendor relationships and manage par‑level purchasing.
• Coordinate par ordering and weekly review with F&B leadership.
• Implement and maintain inventory management systems; forecast demand and adjust purchasing strategies.
• Oversee receiving, inspection, and distribution of all incoming goods, ensuring compliance with food safety program.
• Maintain quality control measures, resolve non‑compliance issues, and manage documentation such as expiration lists.
• Supervise transfers, waste sheets, requisitions, and invoice entry for par levels.
• Update inventory templates, conduct physical inventory, and train staff on best practices.
• Generate regular reports on purchasing activities, inventory levels, and cost analyses.
• Monitor expenses, analyze variances, and propose cost‑saving strategies.
• Hold daily stand‑up meetings with purchasing and receiving team.
• Attend weekly F&B leadership meetings to present updates.
• Manage staff labor schedules, timekeeping, and training requirements.
• Present employee opportunities and successes to leadership for HR support.

• Proven experience in F&B procurement, inventory management, and logistics.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency with inventory management software, e.g., Food Trak.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and quality control standards.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Analytical mindset and proactive approach to process improvement.
• Effective written and verbal communication across all levels.
• Ability to make independent judgments with considerable impact.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office;
  Microsoft D365 experience preferred.

• High School diploma or GED with at least 1 year of F&B experience.
• Combination of education and experience may satisfy requirements.

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a similar role.
• Experience in hospitality, travel, or experiential brand strongly preferred.
• Strong food safety knowledge and ability to promote compliance with Washington State law.
• Valid driver’s license and Washington State Food Handlers card required.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs. and maneuver up to 160 lbs.
• Must have a means of communication to Manager while on duty.
• Intermediate or better ski/snowboard skills.

0–5%

Regular walking, talking, seeing, hearing, and computer use; occasional lifting, carrying, and standing.

• Occasional work during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Extended periods of sitting, bending, reaching, and speaking.
• Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Manual dexterity for operating computers and office equipment.
• Auditory and visual acuity for computers, phones, and mobile devices.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, push, and pull occasionally.

• Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts)
• Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
• 50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
• Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
• Free ski‑referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
• Free friends & family day‑ski vouchers (periodic allotment)
• Discounts on ski & snowboard lessons
• Discounts on ski & snowboard rentals
• Discounts on gear tune‑ups
• Discounts on food & beverage
• Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
• Free Crystal branded swag
• Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
• Discount marketplace
• Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
• Employee‑only night skiing events
• Employee housing available for eligible positions
• Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
• Group health insurance for eligible positions
• 401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
• Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year‑round employment

An Equal Opportunity Employer