About this opportunity
Aspen Skiing Company lists this Chef de Cuisine - On-Mountain Dining - Winter 26-27 opportunity in snowmass village, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Company Description
With roots dating back to 1946, and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.
Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates 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. For more information, visit
or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram, Facebook, and X.
The Chef de Cuisine is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency. This role focuses on food preparation and execution along with developing innovative menus and maintaining cost controls to optimize efficiency and profitability. The Chef de Cuisine brings strong creativity, and a passion for excellence to drive an exceptional dining experience while upholding health and safety regulations. This position reports to the Executive Chef.
all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.
Applications for this position will be accepted until October 21, 2026 for the Winter Season.
Responsible for the financial success of the operation
Responsible for ordering, receiving, delivery and rotation of food items
Ensure consistency of product using training guides
Maintain and promote proper food safety and handling protocol
Oversee daily kitchen closing and cleaning procedures to include walk-ins and freezers
Complete and submit an accurate monthly inventory & responsible for proper payroll procedure
Culinary degree or equivalent work experience required
~ 5 years of management experience in a hotel restaurant operation/culinary environment preferred
Knowledge of food handling, safety and other restaurant guidelines
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient written and verbal communication English skills, Spanish a plus
Proficient knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques to include baking, broiling, grilling, sauté, roasting, blanching and more
Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations whether they be customer or employee related
Ability to quickly adapt to stressful circumstances, changes in processes, customer flow, environments and tasks
Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner
Ability to communicate with Restaurant Manager as needed to provide menu and pricing information
Ability to communicate with Executive Chef or Director of Operations (hotels) regarding the daily inventory and ordering process
Ability to stand, type and sit at desk/computer for most of the work shift executing repetitive movements
This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
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 .
Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.
Food and BeverageSeason: Winter Job Classification: Full-Time Seasonal Compensation: USD 65000 - USD 75000 - yearly
Who can apply
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