Cook

We are looking for professional line cooks to prepare food to the Chefs standard. Line cook duties will consist of assisting the head chef and sous chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

Top four reasons to work at SilverStar:

1. Flexibility: we will work with you to create a schedule that works for both the employee and SilverStar, allowing you lots of time to get out and enjoy ski/boarding/biking/hiking etc.

2. Networking: working closely with all Departments and building friendships that will last a lifetime, with both employees and guests.

3. Growth: the opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge through training and development. Work in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

4. Safety: this has always been our top priority for both our employees and guests. Since the Pandemic we have updated our policies. Please check our COVID-19 Health and Safety commitment link here: https://www.skisilverstar.com/mountain-info/health-and-safety/

Employee Benefits:

As an employee there are many benefits including:

• Free Season Pass (Winter and Summer)
• Free Season Pass for Revelstoke (Winter)
• Free Lift Tickets to all POWDR-owned Resorts – COVID-19 Travel Dependent
• Free Staff Bus to and from Vernon
• Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons (Winter)
• Employee Health and Wellness Program including EFAP services
• Discounts on Food & Beverage, Rentals, Retail and Repairs
• Family and Friends benefits on Lift Tickets and Accommodation

Responsibilities:

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g., chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Answer, report and follow the chef’s or sous chef’s instructions
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with sanitation regulations and safety standards “FOOD SAFE”
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Familiar with industry’s best practices
• Food Safe required
• Culinary school diploma an asset
• Positive attitude

Hours:

• Per week range between 20-40 F/T – Overtime as required
• Winter and Summer Seasonal role

Possible Future Career Path:

• Head Chef
• Executive Chef
• Food and Beverage Manager
• Hospitality Director
• Owner/Operator

As our recruitment video says, “Not your ordinary 9 to 5”. We look for applicants that share in our passion for the outdoors and will embrace all that SilverStar has to offer. SilverStar is part of the POWDR Group. POWDR is an Adventure Lifestyle Company® that is locally focused and delivers soulful experiences because that’s what matters to our guests and communities. At SilverStar, we intend to Play Forever. We believe there is nothing better for the soul than to live a balanced life full of adventure, and we believe those in the future should have the same opportunities we have today. To make this happen, SilverStar is committed to doing all we can to protect the environment and enable participation in adventure. If you care about the environment and are looking for a memorable role that enhances people’s lives while having fun, SilverStar is the place to be.