Sous Chef
- Whistler, BC
- $52,000-65,349 per year
- Temporary
- Full-time
- 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
- RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
- Referral Program
- 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
Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Sous Chefs are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Sous Chefs are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for managing the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork amongst staff, and maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $52,000.00 - $65,348.61
- Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: Yes
- Assist in managing the culinary team including hiring, scheduling, training and developing teammates, managing performance including reviews, and succession planning
- Maintain standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
- Assist with the development, production, and training of menu items, including station playbooks
- Oversee and support warehouse staff and operations including shipping and receiving, inventory ordering and maintenance, product rotations and food waste reporting
- Resolve guest issues or complaints and hold staff accountable for Guest Experience (GX) scores
- Administrative duties as needed including managing budgets, processing transfers and waste;
- May act as supervisor in the absence of an Executive Chef
- Other duties as assigned
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Culinary degree or certification preferred
- ServSafe certification or regional equivalent required
- 3+ years of kitchen experience required, 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout shift, lift and/or carry up to 50lbs
- Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure
- Must be able to communicate fluently in English; bilingual preferred
Reference Date: 08/07/2025
Job Code Function: Back of House