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YC Cook III Summer 2026

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $28.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Free transportation
Complimentary shift meals
Employee mountain bike/hike days
401k eligibility
Onsite fitness center access
Discounted employee housing
Retail Discounts
Employee appreciation day
Access to employee store

Job Description

Yellowstone Club is an exclusive private residential community located in the scenic Big Sky area of Montana. It is renowned as the world’s only private ski and golf community, offering a unique blend of luxury, privacy, and exceptional recreational opportunities to its members. The community provides a perfect sanctuary for ski enthusiasts and golf lovers who seek a serene environment combined with world-class amenities. Yellowstone Club is celebrated for its stunning natural surroundings, exceptional services, and the vibrant community spirit it fosters among its members. The club’s commitment to excellence extends beyond its recreational offerings to include a vibrant employment environment where team members are valued for their dedication, professionalism, and passion for delivering memorable experiences. The club’s employees are essential to creating the outstanding guest service and personalized experiences that define the Yellowstone Club lifestyle.

The Culinary department at Yellowstone Club is currently inviting applications for the Cook III position for the summer season. This role plays a vital part in delivering exceptional dining experiences to members and guests by preparing food items that meet the club’s exacting standards of quality, presentation, and taste. A Cook III at Yellowstone Club is responsible for not only preparing meals according to established recipes and presentation guidelines but also ensuring the highest standards of kitchen safety, sanitation, and efficiency. The role involves setting up stations with the necessary prepped ingredients, cooking various food items on multiple stations including line, salad, and prep as needed, and maintaining strict compliance with food quality checklists. The Cook III works closely with the Sous Chef to coordinate kitchen operations and the flow of meal orders to ensure timely service under busy resort conditions.

This seasonal position offers an opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful resort environments in Montana while enhancing culinary skills and contributing to a prestigious community. The Yellowstone Club values culinary professionals who bring dedication, skill, and creativity to their work and who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. Employees enjoy a strong support system, competitive benefits, and the chance to experience the outdoor attractions of Big Sky, including skiing, mountain biking, and hiking. The position offers excellent professional growth opportunities and a rewarding career path within a luxurious private club setting. The summer seasonal role ensures a dynamic and engaging work environment where attention to detail and a passion for culinary excellence can truly shine.

Job Requirements

  • 5+ years experience as a cook/line cook in a resort or club setting
  • Formal culinary training
  • Ability to stock and rotate food
  • Experience working on the line, salad station, and prep station or other stations as needed
  • Skill to control the pace of food orders and set the tone for the ticket flowing process
  • Ability to test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently
  • Competence to operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, oven steam table, and flat top grill
  • Knowledge to advise in the preparation of ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food
  • Capability to label, date, store and rotate all products while maintaining assigned stock levels
  • Ability to control food items requested, ensuring stock is maintained without over production

Job Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience as a cook/line cook in a resort or club setting
  • Formal culinary training
  • Ability to stock and rotate food
  • Experience working on the line, salad station, and prep station or other stations as needed
  • Skill to control the pace of food orders and set the tone for the ticket flowing process
  • Ability to test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently
  • Competence to operate, maintain and properly clean kitchen equipment including deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, oven steam table, and flat top grill
  • Knowledge to advise in the preparation of ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food
  • Capability to label, date, store and rotate all products while maintaining assigned stock levels
  • Ability to control food items requested, ensuring stock is maintained without over production

Job Duties

  • Set up station with predetermined mise en place to ensure everything will be ready for service
  • Prepare food items for Members and guests using a quality predetermined method in a timely and consistent manner
  • Cook all food according to recipes, quality standards, presentations standards, and food preparation checklist
  • Demonstrate safe and proper use of equipment at all times
  • Perform duties in a safe manner
  • Reduce waste in the kitchen to a minimum
  • Consult with the Sous Chef on a daily basis on the Restaurant outlet service

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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