Culinary Lead (Prep Cook)- Fulltime

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:
Service is this foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Cooks are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Cooks are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for assisting the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork amongst staff, maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Job Specifications:

Starting Wage: $23.00 - $27.05/hr
Employment Type: Year Round (10-month)
Shift Type: Full Time hours available
Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

Understand the use and operation of kitchen equipment, tools and accessories for use and to train other kitchen staff
Adhere to and enforce applicable standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, and sanitation to ensure a high-quality work environment and guest experience.
Maintain knowledge of current menu items and their ingredients
Prep ingredients and maintain par levels for demand to minimize waste.
Maintain inventory of ingredients using a first in first out method and monitor food waste for reporting
Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Culinary degree or certification preferred
1-2 years of relevant work experience; supervisory kitchen experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, practices and food safety; ServSafe certifications a plus
Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods of time
Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
Ability to work well and communicate with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure
Must be able to communicate fluently in English

The expected pay range is $23.00 - $27.05/hr. 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 514755Reference Date: 05/07/2026 Job Code Function: Back of House