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Resort Executive Sous Chef

Crystal Mountain Resort
Crystal Mountain, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Jun 2026
💰 $80,000/yr($78,000/yr$80,000/yr)

About the role

Year Round

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:  Resort Executive Sous Chef                                                    

Business Unit: Food & Beverage                                

Position Reports to:  F&B Director, Resort Executive Chef              

Positions Reporting to this Role:  Resort Culinary Teams

Location:  Crystal Mountain, Washington

Wage Range:  $78,000 - $80,000 DOE, Bonus eligible

JOB SUMMARY

The executive sous chef oversees all the kitchens and is responsible for all the activities that happen daily by directing Lead Line Cooks on kitchen standards and policies.

Their job description entails managing the Lead Line Cooks and monitoring food preparation, quality and presentation throughout the opening hours of the restaurants and food venues.

Their role also involves controlling food quality, food production, sanitation standards and labor costs.

The Executive Sous Chef is required to report to the Executive Chef on the activities of the kitchens, since the Executive Chef may not always be available in the kitchen to directly monitor activities.

They have the duty of coordinating proper opening and closing of all kitchens by spot checking Lead Line Cooks' venues daily.

Efficient running of kitchen operations is the main responsibility of the Executive Sous Chef with quality, consistency, cost control and sanitation being paramount.

Top quality must be maintained in foods prepared and the sous chef must ensure this. They must take charge and control how foods are served to guests.

They are equally required to provide training and retraining for kitchen staff members requiring such.

It is the duty of the Sous Chef to ensure other kitchen staff members adhere strictly to the recipe and food-preparation standards laid out by the Executive Chef.

The Executive Sous Chef is required to assist along with other food and beverage mangers various tasks, like transfer and waste documents, regulation training, equipment repair tickets, and inventory.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Ensures great guest service through consistent execution of all menus and recipes, training and accountability of the culinary team in execution.
  • Assist the Lead Line Cooks in the training of all culinary and s

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