Lead Line Cook - Summer
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Restaurant/Food Service
Catering, Hotel Kitchen, Food & Beverage, Cook & Chef
Lead Line Cook
Join our team of big mountain adventurers at the largest ski resort in Washington! Here at Crystal, it's more than our work. It's our passion for the guest experience, the outdoors, and the community that bring us together at the end of the tree-lined road. We come from near and far to be up on the mountain because it's an experience you just don't get anywhere else.
Events are always on the calendar and friends are always down to play. Work in the beautiful National Forest, neighboring Mt. Rainier, as a premier Ikon Pass destination with a whole lot of stoke to share.
Whether you are looking to escape the city, expand your skills, or progress in the ski industry, we have a variety of roles for hard-working and enthusiastic team-players. Find your line, join our team!
Employee perks:
- 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
Business Unit:
Food & Beverage;
Summit House & Brew 62
Position
Reports to:
Executive Sous Chef
Positions Reporting to this Role:
Steward, Expeditor, Cook I, Cook II
Location:
Crystal Mountain, Washington
Pay range: $24 - $26
Lead Line Cook is an employee housing eligible position
Crystal Mountain is the Pacific Northwest's premier destination for skiers, snowboarders, and summer adventurers. We are part of Alterra Mountain Company which consists of some of the world's most aspirational brands.
A career with Crystal Mountain is more than what you do today; it's being part of creating a community rooted in the spirit of the mountains, united by a passion for adventure, and celebrating the legendary adventures and enduring memories that mountains bring to everyone.
Crystal Mountain delivers best in class service and adventures worthy of our extraordinary terrain and beauty.
We are here to shape the future of mountain adventure.
We Embrace Empowerment
We Honor Authenticity We Cultivate Collaboration
We Prioritize Purpose
Job Summary
The Lead Line Cook, or Cook 3, is responsible for the co-management of a specific outlet within Crystal Mountain Resort Culinary Operations and works to provide the best possible guest experience within the restaurant. Trains, coaches, and leads culinary staff in exemplary adherence to culinary guidelines, food safety, and standard operating procedures. Follows recipes, chef guidance on stations, SOP's, and all safety regulations.
Responsible for the overall cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen stations and the delivery of high quality and properly served food & beverage products. Works to develop a positive public image of his/her specific outlet and Crystal Mountain Resort.
Essential Job Functions of Lead Line Cook
- The lead cook's main responsibility is to assist the Executive Sous Chef in seeing that the fulfillment of the necessary tasks that are crucial to the success of the operation are met. This includes thorough training and direction of staff members, and ensuring that standards of service, sanitation, cleanliness, health and quality are met.
- Acts as manager of BOH operations in absence of the Executive Sous Chef.
- Has a higher in-depth understanding of knife work, prep work, and the ability to work all stations
- Ability to train Cook…
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