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Hotel Executive Chef - Year Round - Full Time

Steamboat Resort
parental leave, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Walden
Nov 08, 2025
Year Round Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities. BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees* Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees* Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc. Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees. Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health. 401(k) plan with generous company match Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees* Free regional bus pass Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits! For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. POSITION SUMMARY* We are looking to hire an Executive Chef for The Steamboat Grand Hotel. Applicants must have at least 4 years' experience in a leadership role as an Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef in a professional hotel kitchen. An attached pdf or word document of your resume and cover letter is required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Abide by and ensure all hotel outlets and departments compliance with established health and safety procedures as well as department and company policies and procedures Plan and develop with Director of Hotel Food & Beverage menus for listed outlets, and specialty menus. Research, develop, modify and test recipes. Maintain updated and accurate costing and documentation of all dishes prepared and sold in the hotel food and beverage operations. Manage the day-to-day operations and assignments of the kitchen staff, communicate goals, and assign/prioritize work. Communicate and enforce policies and procedures with all staff. Supervision of kitchen staff regarding food handling including rotation and sanitation. Support Resort Culinary Management team in supervisory role as manager on duty when necessary. Also oversee the hotel banquet chef and hotel banquet culinary team. Oversee the proper operation and maintenance of all kitchen equipment at all listed outlets Open and close kitchens according to schedule/guidelines/assignments; assist in the creation, usage, and follow through of prep lists, cleaning list, and closing lists Supervise and coordinate food, supply, equipment, and inventory control purchasing for operations. Coordinate food and menu costing (COGS). Establish procedures and timeframes for conducting inventory. Determine minimum and maximum stocks for all food, material, and kitchen equipment. Plan staffing needs and work schedules. Work with outlet chefs on staffing needs and labor control. Oversee or directly supervise all food preparation, quantity and production activities. Ensure that all menu items are prepared and presented according to established recipes and standards. Ensure all staff is properly trained and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their job functions. Organize stations to create greatest efficiency and keep work area and kitchen always organized and clean. Maintain all procedures set up in all areas. Receive food and properly store in correct and allotted areas. Audit portion control and quality on a continual basis Meet and exceed all budgetary goals regarding Cost of Goods and Labor expenses Be able to run any kitchen as a relief or in an emergency Ensure understanding and compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements Support all listed Teams with any needed presence and or supervision. Attend weekly F&B Manager and Banquet BEO Meetings. Supervise the cleaning and organizing of all walk-in refrigerators and freezers and other storage areas. Other duties as assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Associate's degree in culinary arts or a minimum 4 years' experience as an Executive Chef/Executive Sous chef Must have at least 4 years' experience in a leadership role as an Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef in a professional hotel kitchen Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word, as well as Food Trak, preferred Ability to problem solve in a highly effective manner and maintain positive relationships with guests and staff, including management, subordinates and co-workers Ability to be a consistent role model for company's Service Excellence standards Must have current Food Manager and Allergy training certificate, or must attend Food Manager and Aller-train certification courses for Alterra Mountain company within 14 days of employment The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives. Steamboat area base salary range: $80,000 - $90,000 per year + potential bonus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be minimum 18 years of age Able to stand for long periods of time Must be able to work at a high pace Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs. (i.e. a sack of potatoes or stacked supplies) Ability to communicate clearly in English both written and verbal The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. WORKING CONDITIONS Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions. Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety. Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications. This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause. Employment with Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is "at will" meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice. This position is in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado. Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.