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Vail Resorts

Lead Back of House

Truckee, CA · On-site

$22 - $29.22/hr

  • Retirement

... Chef, promoting teamwork amongst staff, maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an ... Shift Type: Full Time hours available * Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age * Housing ...

Vail Resorts

Kitchen Manager- Housing Available

Truckee, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Referral Program Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus: * Health Insurance; Medical ... rounded and experienced chef with proficient management skills. Each Winter season, guest ...

Northstar California Resort

Kitchen Manager

Truckee, CA

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Referral Program Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus: * Health Insurance; Medical ... rounded and experienced chef with proficient management skills. Each Winter season, guest ...

Marriott

Cook I

Truckee, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $23/hr

Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of ... Employment Type: FULL_TIME

CoralTree Hospitality

Steward Kitchen

Olympic Valley, CA

$22 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

For Full Time Year-Round Team Members * Load dishwasher with dirty dishes as needed. * Make sure ... Chef. * Support the culinary team by ensuring clean equipment is available throughout service.

Everline Resort & Spa

Steward Kitchen

CA · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

For Full Time Year-Round Team Members Responsibilities * Load dishwasher with dirty dishes as ... Chef. * Support the culinary team by ensuring clean equipment is available throughout service.

Everline Resort & Spa

Steward Kitchen

Olympic Valley, CA

$22 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

For Full Time Year-Round Team Members Responsibilities * Load dishwasher with dirty dishes as ... Chef. * Support the culinary team by ensuring clean equipment is available throughout service.

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How much do full time chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time chef in Reno, NV is $24.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $30.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Chef vs Part Time Chef?

AspectFull Time ChefPart Time Chef
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
Employment StatusFull-time employment with benefitsPart-time employment, usually no benefits
CertificationsOften requires culinary certifications or experienceSimilar certifications, but less emphasis on experience
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesSame as full-time, but with flexible scheduling

Full Time Chefs work regular, full-week hours with benefits, while Part Time Chefs have flexible, fewer hours without benefits. Both roles require culinary skills and certifications, but the employment structure and hours differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a full time chef?

To thrive as a Full Time Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning expertise, and a relevant culinary degree or apprenticeship. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety certifications, and inventory management systems is typically required. Leadership, creativity, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for consistently delivering high-quality dishes, maintaining kitchen efficiency, and leading a cohesive team in a demanding environment.

What are some common challenges faced by full time chefs in a professional kitchen?

Full-time chefs often encounter challenges such as managing high-pressure environments, maintaining consistency in food quality during busy service hours, and efficiently coordinating with kitchen staff. Balancing creativity with menu demands and dietary restrictions can also be demanding. Additionally, chefs must stay updated with food safety standards and often work long or irregular hours, especially during weekends and holidays. However, overcoming these challenges fosters strong teamwork, skill development, and career advancement opportunities.

What is a full time chef?

Full time chefs are professional cooks who work in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, or other food establishments on a consistent, usually 40-hour-per-week basis. They are responsible for planning menus, preparing and cooking meals, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. Full time chefs may specialize in specific cuisines or types of dishes, and often oversee inventory, budgeting, and compliance with health regulations. Their role is essential to the daily operations of any food service establishment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Chef jobs in Reno, NV?

The most popular types of Chef jobs in Reno, NV are:

Full Time Chef jobs near you
Infographic showing various Full Time Chef job openings in Reno, NV as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,075 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Lead Back of House

Northstar California Resort

Truckee, CA

$22/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

•    Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
•    MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
•    401(k) Retirement Plan 
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Excellent training and professional development
•    Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary: 

Service is this foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Cooks are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Cooks are an integral part of the culinary staff responsible for assisting the kitchen alongside the Chef, promoting teamwork amongst staff, maintaining food quality and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience for our guests.  

Job Specifications: 

  • Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $29.22/hr  

  • Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027  

  • Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

  • Housing Availability: Yes 

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Understand the use and operation of kitchen equipment, tools and accessories for use and to train other kitchen staff  

  • Adhere to and enforce applicable standards for facility and food preparation, cleanliness, and sanitation to ensure a high-quality work environment and guest experience.   

  • Maintain knowledge of current menu items and their ingredients  

  • Prep ingredients and maintain par levels for demand to minimize waste.   

  • Maintain inventory of ingredients using a first in first out method and monitor food waste for reporting  

  • Other duties as assigned  

Job Requirements: 

  • Culinary degree or certification preferred  

  • 1-2 years of relevant work experience; supervisory kitchen experience preferred.    

  • Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, practices and food safety; ServSafe certifications a plus  

  • Ability to stand and walk continuously for extended periods of time  

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.  

  • Ability to work well and communicate with others in a fast-paced environment under pressure  

  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English 

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $29.22/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  516302
Reference Date: 07/31/2026 
Job Code Function: Back of House  

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