Head Chef - Timber Ridge

Job Description

Job Description

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 Epic 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.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

 

Job 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
  
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary:
The Food and Beverage (F&B) Organization is comprised of over 300 different restaurants that share a commitment to bringing excellence to mountain dining as part of the overall ski experience. We believe that F&B leaders should possess a strong working knowledge of the front and back of house supported by best-in-class central programs, training and support. This is a fast-paced environment that requires exceptional interpersonal skills, as well as someone who is able to maintain composure in stressful situations. As such, The Manager is responsible for executional excellence in both guest and employee experience.

Job Specifications:  

• Starting Wage: $58,000.00 - $68,000.00  

• Employment Type: Year Round  

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Promote and prioritize a strong culture of safety across all culinary operations.
• Serve as a leader and representative of Keystone Resort by participating in leadership forums and contributing feedback on dining operations, training, and continuous improvement.
• Lead, develop, and train line staff and interns to meet established performance and culinary standards.
• Plan menus and oversee food production, execution, and delivery across all Keystone Mountain Dining outlets.
• Ensure food safety compliance across all operations, maintaining HACCP and ServSafe standards.
• Oversee kitchen organization, cleanliness, and BOH storage areas.
• Create, implement, and enforce quality and standard controls throughout all Keystone Mountain Dining outlets.
• Maintain financial performance through managing food cost, labor, and operational spending.
• Assist with monthly food inventories, cost transfers, menu costing, capital projects, purchasing, and business reviews.
• Accurately schedule staff to align with labor budgets, review payroll, labor distributions, and exceptions.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, inventory control, variance reporting, and cost transfers for all food, beverage, and supplies within the building.
• Train outlet chefs and uphold culinary standards across all Keystone Mountain Dining outlets.
• Partner with the Center of Excellence (COE) to maintain and elevate food and beverage standards.
• Expedite all food service to ensure quality, consistency, and timely execution.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and operational.
• Maintain knowledge of all facility opening and closing procedures.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of restaurant experience with at least 1 year at a managerial level
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Leadership, problem-solving and multi-tasking skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Communication and customer service skills
• Must be able to lift and carry 40+ lbs.
• TIPS certification required within 30 days of employment
• Serve Safe Food Protection Manager certification required within 30 days of employmen

The expected pay range is $58,000.00 - $68,000.00. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  515057
Reference Date: 06/02/2026 
Job Code Function: General Management