Advanced Cook

Advanced CookDate: Sep 2, 2026 Location: Vail, CO, US Company: Vail Mountain Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! 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).Employee Benefits • 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 To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility SummaryJob Summary The Arrabelle is a luxury Vail hotel ideally located in the heart of the much-acclaimed Vail Square. Nestled against the base of North America's #1 ski resort, just footsteps from the Eagle Bahn gondola, The Arrabelle at Vail Square was inspired by the classic grand alpine hotels of Europe. From casual comforting cuisine to world class upscale Alpine inspired dining, The Arrabelle at Vail Square offers a variety of dining options to please every palette.An experienced cook with a positive work ethic and general leadership qualities, who is career oriented, creative, and active. This individual has least two years of previous culinary experience in a similar restaurant. Understands the importance of standards, speed, and quality. Has proficient knife skills. Ability to work multiple stations in an outlet, work off prep list and complete station setup in time allotted, fabricate items to standard during service and completes prep list for next service period. Ability to manage the outlet during the chef's absence, supervise all stations and operate to standards. Must be willing to carry out the rules and quality standards set by the Executive Chef, Sous Chef and General Manager. This individual is proficient in all positions in the kitchen and may be responsible for training and overseeing employees and running daily kitchen duties to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Practices good personal hygiene, safe food handling and culinary skills. Understands and practices HACCP principles. Owns proper culinary tools. Possesses abilities in all applicable cooking techniques and practices. Must be able to expedite food, solve problems as they arise, and be flexible enough to deal with special requests. Maintains stock levels throughout day.Job Specifications: Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $29.22/hr Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 Shift Type: Full Time hours available Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age Housing Availability: YesJob Responsibilites: Responsible for supporting the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to execute, prepare and ensure quality service in our culinary operations. Perform daily back of house culinary tasks to deliver excellent culinary service to resort guests, including but not limited to the following: Setting and stocking work stations as necessary; preparing a wide variety of basic to complex menu items; and assisting other cooks as needed.Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. -required Culinary degree/certificate. -preferred Previous culinary experience. -required Previous experience cooking for multiple outlets. -preferred Must be able to communicate effectively in English. -required Ability to communicate in Spanish. -preferred Current certification in state Professional Food Handler Program. -preferred Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. -required Must be able to stand and walk briskly for up to 8 hours. -required Must be able to work a varied schedule including weekends, holidays, early mornings, afternoons and evenings. -required