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Lead Line Cook, Winter 26/27

$23 to $25 an hour

  • Enumclaw, WA

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About the role

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WORK AND PLAY IN THE MOUNTAINS
Join our team of big mountain adventurers at the largest ski resort in Washington!
Here at Crystal, it’s more than our work. It’s our passion for the guest experience, the outdoors, and the community that bring us together at the end of the tree-lined road. We come from near and far to be up on the mountain because it’s an experience you just don’t get anywhere else. Events are always on the calendar and friends are always down to play. Work in the beautiful National Forest, neighboring Mt. Rainier, as a premier Ikon Pass destination with a whole lot of stoke to share.
JUST LIKE THE TREES, WE ARE GROWING!
Apply today to grow your mountain roots with us— whether you are looking to escape the city, expand your skills, or progress in the ski industry, we have a variety of roles for hard-working and enthusiastic team-players. Find your line, join our team!
BIG PEAKS, BIGGER PERKS
Employee perks:
Free Alterra season pass (unlimited, direct to lift at all Alterra resorts)
+ Free Alterra season pass for spouse and dependents 25 & under
50% off window ticket price at IKON partner resorts
Free access to Alterra Mountain destinations during time off
Free ski-referral letters for employees to use at other mountain resorts during time off
Free friends & family day-ski vouchers (Periodic allotment)
Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Lessons
Discounts on Ski & Snowboard Rentals
Discounts on Gear Tune-Ups
Discounts on Food & Beverage
Discounts at Crystal Mountain Retail shops
Free Crystal branded swag
Pro deals on gear with 100s of brands
Discount Marketplace
Deals on accessories, auto, electronics, entertainment, fitness, food, home, pet supplies, travel, and more
Employee-only Night Skiing events
Employee
Housing Available for eligible positions
Accrued paid time off for eligible positions
Group health insurance for eligible positions
401K benefit and generous match with immediate vesting for all staff members over 18
Opportunities for growth, advancement, and year-round employment
Position Title:

Lead Line Cook

Business Unit: Food & Beverage

Position Reports to

Executive Sous

Chef

Positions Reporting to this Role

Steward, Expeditor,

Cook I, Cook

II

Location

Washington

Pay range: $23 - $25

Lead Line Cook is a housing eligible position. RESORT OVERVIEW, CULTURE AND VISION

Crystal Mountain is the Pacific North West’s premier destination for skiers, snowboarders, and summer adventurers
.

We are part of Alterra Mountain Company which consists of some of the world’s most aspirational brands
.

A career with Crystal Mountain is more than what you do today; it’s being part of creating a community rooted in the spirit of the mountains, united by a passion for adventure, and celebrating the legendary adventures and enduring memories that mountains bring to everyone.

Crystal Mountain delivers best in class service and adventures worthy of our extraordinary terrain and beauty
.

We are here to shape the future of mountain adventure.

We Embrace

Empowerment

We Honor

Authenticity

We Cultivate

Collaboration

We Prioritize

Purpose

Job Summary The Lead Line

Cook

  • , or Cook 3,
  • is responsible for
  • the co-management of a specific outlet within Crystal Mountain Resort Culinary Operations and works to provide the best possible guest experience within the restaurant. Trains, coaches, and
  • leads culinary staff
  • in exemplary adherence to
  • culina ry
  • guidelines, food safety , and standard operating procedures . Follows recipes, chef guidance on stations, SOP’s ,
  • and all safety regulations. Responsible for the overall cleanliness and sanitation of
  • kitchen
  • station s
  • and the delivery of high quality and properly served food & beverage products. Works to develop a positive public image of his/her specific outlet and Crystal Mountain Resort.

Essential Job Functions of Lead Line

Cook

  • The lead cook’s main responsibility is to
  • assist
  • the

Executive Sous

C hef in seeing that the fulfillment of the necessary tasks that are crucial to the success of the operation are met. This includes thorough training and direction of staff members, and ensuring that standards of service, sanitation, cleanliness,

health

and quality are met.

Acts as manager of BOH operations in absence of the

Executive Sous

  • Che f .
  • Has a higher in - depth understanding of knife work, prep
  • work ,
  • and the
  • ability to work all stations

Ability to train Cook I &

II’s

  • P roduction of a high quality, healthy,
  • safe
  • food
  • and beverage product.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary

Kitchen

and restaurant; follow proper HAACP procedures.

Assist

  • in recipe adherence and proper production procedures.
  • Promote positive professional culinary culture throughout our F&B outlets and the
  • r esort.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all established safe practices.
  • Assist the Chef with the daily cleaning of
  • all
  • kitchen ar eas.

Job Requirements

Ability to Obtain

WA

Food Safety Card within 3 Days of Hiring.

Ability to stand for

  • long periods ,
  • 8 hours at a time
  • Some culinary outlets require Intermediate Skiing/ Snowboarding ability.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays ,
  • different
  • venues
  • and/or locations .
  • 3-5 years of kitchen operations experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

This position

  • is
  • required
  • to
  • work
  • evenings, weekends and holidays ,
  • different
  • venues
  • and/or locations .
  • Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position a minimum of
  • 5 0 pounds on an occasional basis.
  • Ability to work for extended periods of time bending, reaching, and speaking on a constant basis.
  • Ability to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling,
  • pushing
  • and pulling on an occasional basis.
  • Talking and hearing occur continuously
  • in the process of communicating
  • with guests,
  • supervisors
  • and other employees.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactoril
y
.

R easonable

accommodation

will

be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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