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Temp Chef

Atherton, CA · On-site

$90/hr

TEMPORARY CHEF Atherton, California Contract Through End of August POSITION OVERVIEW A family of five residing in Atherton, California, is seeking an experienced Personal Chef for a summer contract ...

Temp Chef

Atherton, CA · On-site

$90/hr

TEMPORARY CHEF Atherton, California Contract Through End of August POSITION OVERVIEW A family of five residing in Atherton, California, is seeking an experienced Personal Chef for a summer contract ...

The Chef will be responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast, designing menus, managing kitchen ... The role is seasonal and will require more during the summer months and less during the winter.

Sous Chef (Seasonal) Company: Levitate Backyard Location: Marshfield, MA Position Type: Seasonal ... Shore community and summer visitors alike. If you thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and ...

The Chef will be responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast, designing menus, managing kitchen ... The role is seasonal and will require more during the summer months and less during the winter.

Sous Chef

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$64K/yr

Location: Harry & Izzy's Paradise Valley, AZ (Opening summer 2026!) What you will do: * Ensures ... Chef (or relevant leadership experience) required * Degree or certificate in a relevant field ...

Location: Harry & Izzy's Paradise Valley, AZ (Opening summer 2026!) What you will do: * Ensures ... Chef (or relevant leadership experience) required * Degree or certificate in a relevant field ...

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How much do summer chef jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer chef in the United States is $63,994.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Summer Chef Do?

As a summer chef, you work through the summer months, typically June through August, cooking during popular and high-traffic tourism and recreation periods. You work in a restaurant, camp, summer school, or resort and provide cooking services for a range of audience types and sizes. Depending on the role, you may prepare meals for small groups or hundreds of diners, oversee a team of cooks, servers, and other staff, cook special dishes for people with unique dietary needs, and develop menus to meet nutrition standards. Your responsibilities include managing inventory, ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies, and budgeting duties for daily menus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Chef, you need strong culinary skills, knowledge of food safety standards, and experience with seasonal menu planning, often supported by a culinary degree or relevant certifications. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and ServSafe certification is typically required. Creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication are standout soft skills for collaborating with staff and delivering exceptional dining experiences in dynamic settings. These abilities ensure consistent food quality, efficient kitchen operations, and guest satisfaction during the busy summer season.

What are some common challenges faced by a Summer Chef, and how can I prepare for them?

As a Summer Chef, you may encounter challenges such as working in high-temperature environments, managing fluctuating ingredient availability, and handling a fast-paced service during peak vacation months. To prepare, it's helpful to practice efficient time management, develop flexible menus that accommodate seasonal produce, and hone your ability to stay calm under pressure. Building strong communication with your team and suppliers can also help ensure smooth operations and high-quality dishes even during the busiest times.

What are Summer Chefs?

Summer Chefs are culinary professionals who typically work during the summer months, often in seasonal establishments like resorts, camps, summer schools, or vacation homes. Their primary responsibilities include planning menus, preparing meals, and sometimes supervising kitchen staff for guests or campers. This role often requires flexibility, creativity in menu planning using seasonal ingredients, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. Summer Chefs may also accommodate dietary restrictions and ensure food safety standards are met. Their work is crucial for delivering enjoyable dining experiences during the busy summer season.

What is the difference between Summer Chef vs Summer Line Cook?

AspectSummer ChefSummer Line Cook
CredentialsHigh school diploma or culinary trainingHigh school diploma or culinary training
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, outdoor events, summer resortsCommercial kitchens, outdoor events, summer resorts
Employer & IndustryRestaurants, catering services, resortsRestaurants, catering services, resorts
Job FocusPreparing and cooking dishes, menu executionAssisting with food prep, supporting chefs, maintaining station

Both Summer Chef and Summer Line Cook roles typically require culinary training and involve working in similar environments like restaurants and resorts during summer seasons. The Summer Chef often takes on more responsibility in menu creation and cooking, while the Summer Line Cook focuses on supporting the kitchen team with food prep and station duties. The choice depends on experience level and desired responsibilities.

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Sous Chef - Summer 2026 Seasonal - Full Time

Sous Chef - Summer 2026 Seasonal - Full Time

Steamboat Ski Resort

Craig, CO

$50.80K - $68.50K/yr

Full-time, Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Seasonal
Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities.
BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees*
  • Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees*
  • Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge
  • Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
  • Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
  • 401(k) plan with generous company match
  • Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
  • Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees*
  • Free regional bus pass

*Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits!
For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood .
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
POSITION SUMMARY
This winter season Steamboat is in need of an experienced sous chef. Associates degree in culinary arts and/or 3 years of relevant professional cooking experience in resort or high-end facilities. At least 1 year experience as sous chef, chef or kitchen manager in a supervisory capacity is required. Applicants will be considered for all Food and Beverage locations based on need, skills, experience, and ability as necessary, must be able to Manage a shift in any restaurant or banquets.
An attached pdf or word document of your resume is required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Culinary leader with prior management / supervisory experience.
  • Requires broad, in-depth knowledge and culinary skills in food preparation, cooking and presentation.
  • Able to effectively manage, train and give direction to kitchen staff.
  • Responsible for cost and quality control, managing labor and ongoing sanitation practices.
  • Manage a shift in any restaurant or banquets
  • Mastery of all ingredients and prep required for all menu items. Assist in the creation, usage, and follow through of prep lists including pars.
  • Advanced knife skills. Moves at an efficient and fast pace. Knife cuts are consistent and accurate. Able to train and teach others about knife skills and safety.
  • Prepares station guides and ensures each station is set to standard
  • Monitors and enforces all stations, walk-ins and storage areas for proper labeling and rotation of product. Address violations accordingly.
  • Supervise the cleaning and organizing of all storage areas.
  • Complete Food Handler and Allergen training. Ensure compliance with established health and safety procedures.
  • Report all observations of damaged/ dangerous equipment. Conduct and record time and temps at station. Has awareness of storage areas, labeling and dating.
  • Where applicable ensure that HAACP Principles are followed. Ensuring that daily temperature logs are completed and filed
  • Takes direction from Chef and outlet managers.
  • Conduct training as determined by management, for staff.
  • Supervise, coordinate and participate in the daily operations of all restaurant kitchen facilities.
  • Assist Chef in the supervision of kitchen staff. Responsible for and supervises Cooks 1-4 in regards to food handling including: rotation and sanitation.
  • Assist Chef with food ordering and able to place food orders in the Chefs absence.
  • Operate computer system, email, purchasing guides, receipt log, chef’s daily log and notes.
  • Actively participate in end of period food inventory counts with Chef.
  • Meet and exceed all budgetary goals in regards to Cost of Goods. Basic understanding of food cost control methods and cost vs. sales relationship. Actively participate in daily food waste and transfer logs.
  • Meet and exceed all budgetary goals in regards to labor expense. Basic understanding of relationship between costs and revenue. Participate in scheduling and labor forecasting with Chef.
  • Plan and develop with Chef, all menus for outlets and all specialty menus. Research, develop, modify and test recipes.
  • Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
  • Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 2 years of previous work history/education required
  • At least 1 year experience as sous chef, chef or kitchen manager in a supervisory capacity is required.
  • Must be able to manage a shift in any restaurant or banquet
  • Must be able to work all stations in kitchen
  • Must be able to adhere to Steamboat Culinary Guidelines
  • Must have current Food Manager and Allergy training certificate, or must attend Food Manager and Aller-train certification courses for Alterra Mountain company within 14 days of employment
  • Expected to interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers, and management consistent with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp’s Service Excellence standards

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Associates degree in culinary arts and/or 3 years of relevant professional cooking experience in resort or high-end facilities.

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.
Steamboat Springs area base hourly pay range: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be minimum 18 years of age

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.
Hazardous Materials/Noise : The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position . Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.
This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.
Employment with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is “at will” meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.
This position is located in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.