Experienced Cook

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, 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.

Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts.

Other Employee Benefits

• Paid SICK time

• Paid PTO after 500hrs.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Excellent training and professional development

• Referral Program

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Job Summary:

Execute a high quality locally driven menu. Learn and work any station required and execute all tasks and duties as described by the Chef and Sous Chef. Ensure their work area is kept neat, clean and in accordance to federal health policies and standards. You are expected to\ adhere to the company's mission, vision, and value statements. Be knowledgeable of the company's management systems, policies, and initiatives for Hospitality, Environmental, and Health and Safety. You have specific responsibilities within these areas and are expected to understand them.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $25.88/hr

• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026

• Shift Type: Part Time hours available

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Treat your coworkers, kitchen, equipment and the food with respect

• Maintain an open mind to learning new techniques and products

• Look ahead with your prep and ensure the station is set up for the next shift and whomever works your days off

• Be receptive to direction from all F&B management

• Keep yourself, your station, tools and kitchen clean and organized at all times

• Be flexible and adapt to changes in duties and scheduling

• Work with urgency and effectiveness in all tasks from the beginning to the end of the shift

• Take ownership of your station and strive to contribute beyond those responsibilities

• Finish all job duties and check out with your manager before ending your shift

Job Requirements:

• Knowledgeable about and able to work on a kitchen line

• Excellent people skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Able to work long hours and varied shifts

• Knife handling skills

• Strong sense of timing

• Food preparation skills

What's in it for you?

• Affordable Housing / RV Sites Available (for limited FT roles)

• Complimentary and discounted Golf rounds

• 50% discount on shift meals

• 40% retail discount plus online ProDeals

FREE Participation in Grand Teton National Park guest activities: Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever - living by one of the most picturesque national parks!

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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.