Sous Chef - Winter 24-25 - Aspen Skiing Company

With roots dating back to 1946 and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk—creating premium, sustainable, and transformative experiences in recreation, culture, and nature. In addition, the company runs the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts and more than 410 trails. Aspen One is the parent company of Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality and ASPENX and leverages its influence across all of its business units to advance climate action, community engagement and racial justice. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.

Summary
The Sous Chef’s (Overtime Eligible Manager) responsibility is to assist the Chef with daily restaurant operations. This position will require full coverage of the Chef’s responsibilities during their absence.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until September, 22, 2024 for the 2024-2025 Winter Season.

Essential Job Functions
•    Responsible for the safe handling of food product according to applicable health codes and laws
•    Maintain and promote proper food safety and handling protocol
•    Maintain a safe & clean work environment
•    Coordinate the arrival and storage of incoming product
•    Complete and assign daily production and preparation lists
•    Contribute to the creation of fresh and innovative daily specials
•    Work as an active participant on the service line as required, prepping and serving food items according to chef specifications
•    Communicate with restaurant management as needed to provide menu and pricing information
•    Communicate with Chef regarding the daily inventory and ordering process
•    Assist Chef with financial, scheduling and ordering responsibilities as required
•    Oversee daily kitchen closing and cleaning procedures to include walk-ins and freezers
•    Responsible for all aspects of the restaurant in the Chef’s absence
•    Complete and submit an accurate monthly inventory
•    Act as a coach to address any performance issues and document the same
•    Responsible for proper payroll procedure
•    Managing People - Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates skills and encourages growth
•    Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external)
•    Other duties as assigned

•    Must be 18 years or older
•    3 years of progressive experience in a culinary environment with guest service required
•    Culinary degree preferred
•    Ability to positively lead and motivate a team preferred
•    Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Office preferred
•    Knowledge of purchasing preferred
•    ServSafe or similar food safety course certification is preferred
•    Excellent written and spoken English, Spanish is an advantage
•    Ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level is required for employees of ski in/ski out restaurants in winter

Supervision Given and Received
Supervision Given: Exercises general supervision over kitchen staff. Assigns a variety of routine tasks, sets general expectations of results expected within company’s policies and procedures. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Supervision Received: Works under general supervision of the Restaurant Chef. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor’s directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins.

Work Environment and Physical Demands
•    Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
•    Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
•    Must be able to continually lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance​​​​​​
•    This position, in certain locations, will require an employee to ski or snowboard

Job Benefits
This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits: 
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.
•    Paid Time Off Programs
•    Paid Leave Programs
•    Employee Ski Pass
•    Other company perks

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. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One/ Aspen Snowmass/ Aspen Ventures/ Aspen Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer.  

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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