Executive Chef

Winter Park Resort is currently seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead a talented culinary team across multiple dining outlets within the resort. This role is crucial for maintaining and enhancing the quality of dining experiences offered to guests, ensuring the culinary operations meet the highest standards of excellence. Ideal candidates will have at least four years of experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef within professional kitchens and demonstrate strong leadership abilities in managing high-volume operations. The Executive Chef will be responsible for overseeing seasonal menu development, food costing and inventory control, kitchen safety protocols, and staff training and supervision. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute creatively and strategically while driving profitability and operational success across the resort’s food and beverage venues.

This is a year-round, full-time position located directly at Winter Park Resort in Winter Park, Colorado. The salary range for this position is competitive, between $85,000 and $122,000 annually, reflecting the candidate’s experience, education, and skills. Winter Park Resort also offers an attractive benefits package, including a free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts, discounted family and friends tickets, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) plan matched 100% up to 4%. The resort also provides mental health resources, onsite employee childcare (based on availability), food and retail discounts, and discounts on equipment rentals and pro-deals. This supportive environment encourages team collaboration and excellence in service delivery.

The Executive Chef will work closely with the Vice President of Food & Beverage and the Culinary Management team to plan and develop menus for all dining outlets, banquets, and catering services. Responsibilities also include managing kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, overseeing food handling protocols, and maintaining kitchen equipment. The role demands effective communication and coordination with various departments, including sales and event teams, to maximize guest satisfaction and revenue generation. The candidate must be adept at budget management, controlling food costs, and optimizing labor, all while fostering a positive and professional kitchen environment.

Successful candidates must be proactive problem solvers, consistent role models for the company’s Service Excellence standards, and committed to ongoing staff development and training. The Executive Chef is also expected to be versatile, capable of managing any kitchen operation during absences or emergencies. This role is critical in ensuring that Winter Park Resort continues to provide exceptional dining experiences that delight guests and uphold the resort’s reputation for quality and hospitality. If you are a dynamic culinary leader passionate about innovation, excellence, and teamwork, this opportunity at a premier mountain resort could be the next step in your career.Show Less