Ski Resort Line Cook Jobs (NOW HIRING)

3 Part Time & 3 Full Time Positions Available

Sugar Bowl Resort is looking for an experienced Advanced Line Cook to own station execution and help drive the production of menu items across our food service outlets. You'll bring real technique and speed to the line, working with more independence than an entry-level cook while helping mentor newer team members along the way. This role calls for solid culinary fundamentals, a sharp eye for consistency, and the ability to keep your head (and your station) together during a packed service. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career and want to be part of a kitchen that takes pride in getting it right, we'd love to have you on our line.

Why Sugar Bowl?

Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Situated atop beautiful Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special community helped bring skiing to "sunny California" since December 1939. Since then, it continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts alike.

Who You Are:

2+ years of experience in food and beverage operations

Advanced knife skills, with speed and precision under pressure

Strong working knowledge of kitchen equipment operations

Strong knowledge of proper sanitation procedures

Comfortable running a station independently during high-volume service

A natural mentor, comfortable guiding newer cooks through technique and pace

Clear, calm communicator, especially with front of house and other departments

Committed to consistency and quality on every single plate

Treats teammates and guests with kindness and professionalism at all times

Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for a resort operating schedule

Open to learning new skills and supporting other departments as needed - a versatile, team-first mindset

Holds a current California Food Handler's certification

What You'll do:

Maintain prompt attendance for all shift duties

Own a station and independently execute menu items to Sugar Bowl's standard

Stock and rotate food deliveries

Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times

Execute proper food production, storage, and holding techniques

Ensure all necessary food prep tasks are completed before service

Clean kitchen production equipment, including slicers

Mentor and support newer cooks on technique, pace, and station setup

Maintain proper rapport with front of house, other departments, and guests

Execute special events when necessary

Maintain proper conduct and grooming standards at all times

Assist with end-of-shift cleaning and shutdown procedures

Assist with setup and operation of outside/satellite food service operations

Cross-train and lend a hand in other departments as needed, building a broader understanding of resort operations

Physical Requirements:

Standing for extended periods throughout a shift

Comfortable working near heat, open flames, and hot equipment

Manual dexterity for knife work, plating, and operating kitchen equipment

Sufficient visual acuity to maintain consistent, high-quality plate presentation under time pressure

Sufficient auditory acuity to communicate clearly in a loud kitchen environment

Comfortable lifting and carrying food deliveries and supplies up to 50 lbs

Winter Benefits:

Employer sponsored 401k plan after 1,000 worked hours and one (1) year of service

Paid sick time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Free ski and tubing passes for employees

Free ski passes for dependents

50% off food at our restaurants

Free group ski and snowboard lessons for employees

Employee discounted lift tickets for family and friends

Lift ticket discounts at multiple resorts including 24 Mountain Collective destinations

Hotel discounts

Employee ski reciprocal programs

Sugar Bowl Resort believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, hair, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender orientation, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.