Entry Level Cook - Full & Part Time - Winter Seasonal

Company: Vail Resorts
Location: Reno
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. You're someone who pushes boundaries and challenges the status quo. You're brave, ambitious and passionate in everything you do. And we want you on our team. Pursue your fullest potential and never settle in the quest to deliver extraordinary guest service. Join one of the world's most innovative companies and re-imagine a mountain resort experience with us. Welcome to Vail Resorts. Reach Your Peak.--We are currently looking for cooks of all experience levels, who--will provide first class service to our guests in an upbeat, fast-paced restaurant environment. Our formal training and staging program provides the opportunity for professional advancement from various career stages. We will train folks with the right attitude and a passion for being here, with us, at our amazing resort.--Responsibilities of an entry level cook include, but are not limited to:Understands the proper terms for kitchen equipment/pans and small wares used in the kitchenUnderstands and operates basic cooking equipment such as fryers, pizza oven and kettles----All of our team members are typically required to wash dishes one shift per weekHeat or Reheat items for service in accordance with current applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations to ensure high-quality food service is providedClean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, utensils, sneeze guards and guest facing areas of their station in accordance with health and safety standardsProactively greet guests and take food ordersContinually demonstrate a high level of guest service excellencePrepare food items in accordance with the station guide recipes including portion control and presentationGathers and portion items ensuring that they are of high quality and serves to guestsMaintain sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas including but not limited to temperature checks, wearing gloves and proper utilization of sanitation bucketsResponsible for breaking down workstation, cooling food where necessary in accordance with cooling guidelines and storing in accordance with proper storage and labelling guidelinesAttends all allergy and foodborne illness in-service training.Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely mannerComplies with all company safety and risk management policies and proceduresParticipates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessmentsAttends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designatedTypically requires supervision from a more senior culinary team memberMay perform other duties and responsibilities as assignedRequirements include:Ability to speak, read and communicate English.Ability to maintain a positive work ethic.Ability to work as a productive part of a team.Ability--to carry up to--50 lbs.Ability to stand for up to 6-8 hours at a time.Demonstrates excellent guest service skills.Able to work weekends and holidays.Has or is able to obtain a Food Handlers Card within 30 days of employment.Previous cooking experience- preferred but not required.Knowledge of sanitation-preferredBenefits include:Free Ski passes for employees and dependentsDiscount lift tickets for friends and familyFree ski lessonsDiscounted lodging, food, gear and mountain shuttlesDiscounted bike haul & golfMedical, Dental, and Vision plans (full-time positions)401(k) Retirement PlanExcellent training and professional development--With diverse tree-lined mountain trails, a world-class terrain park and a vibrant village, Northstar is the perfect setting for families and snow sports enthusiasts alike. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada just 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe, 30 minutes from Reno and a few hours from Napa and San Francisco, it's easy to explore everything Northern California has to offer. Join the Northstar team and learn why Truckee, CA has been voted one of the "Top 25 Ski Towns in the World." www.vailresortscareers.comVail 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 178422

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