Winter Cook Job Killington Vermont USA,Restaurant/Food Service

Job Details:

Job Location:

Killington, VT 05751, Position Type:
Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal, Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly, Job Category:
Food & Beverage, Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation:
Hourly wage, adjusted based on experience.

Benefits:
Seasonal position eligible for a season pass for employee/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.

Job Summary

As part of the lodge or restaurant culinary teams, Cook 2 staff are responsible for preparing and cooking large quantities of soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other food items in a cafeteria or restaurant environment. Cook 2 team members will perform work station cleaning duties, including washing dishes and items used in food preparation and help to maintain the outdoor service areas, loading docks, building entrances and garbage disposal areas by removing snow and spreading sand/grit.

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Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Supervise and assist with setting up and stocking work areas with all necessary food, supplies and equipment
Supervise and assist with the preparation of various hot foods, such as cooking basic sauces, soups and vegetable dishes, butchering meats, poultry and fish
Supervise and perform a variety of more complex cooking tasks, such as sautéing
Supervise and assist with the proper plating of dinners
Supervise and assist with the preparation of various breakfast and/or luncheon entrees and side dishes
Oversee a variety of other basic food preparation tasks, such as the cleaning and cutting of fruits and vegetables, preparing of individual portions of side dishes and desserts, slicing of meats and cheese, and the like
Ensure that foods are maintained at proper temperatures for serving
Ensure that established health and safety procedures are followed
Monitor all foods for quality of taste, texture and appearance
Monitor all food production methods for cost and time efficiency
Train and plan, assign, check, and evaluate work of 3 to 6 line and prep cooks and other kitchen staff
Supervise and assist with various inventory control and ordering tasks
Assist in menu planning for assigned meals/functions
Keep work station clean and sanitary, wash dishes and items used in food preparations
Assist as needed with clearing outdoor service areas and trash areas of snow/ice and spreading sand/grit as needed
Provide superior service to our customers (internal and external) at all times. Follow the Resort Etiquette Guidelines while interacting with the guests and respond to all guests in a courteous, efficient manner
Perform other tasks as assigned

Basic Qualifications

Basic education (high school)
Six months of culinary experience in a high-end restaurant, resort, or private club experience
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Some previous supervisory experience desirable

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Broad base of knowledge and skills in quantity food handling, preparation, and cooking.
Good understanding of restaurant kitchen operations
Good basic reading, writing, and math skills
Good basic knowledge of inventory control, ordering, menu planning, and quality control methods
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to build relationships
Ability to stand for long periods of time

It is the policy of Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners, LLC to provide equal opportunity and employment to all staff and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, age, physical or mental condition, or any qualified individual with a disability or veteran status.