Prep Cook Cafeteria - Winter 25-26

We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic Prep Cooks to join our team in the Cafeteria. In this role you will perform various food preparation, cooking and cleaning tasks to ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering dishes for patrons.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and the qualifications for the position. The job description is not intended to be inclusive of all duties an individual in the position might be asked to perform or of all the qualifications that may be required now or in the future. We will not ask you to perform a task that is inherently unsafe or that you are not adequately trained to perform. When we do ask for your assistance with any job, we expect an enthusiastic and cooperative response.

• Complete tasks in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef or other kitchen manager
• Label and stocking all ingredients on easily accessible shelves
• Wash, chop and sort ingredients like fruits, vegetables and meats
• Measure quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients
• Parboil food, reducing sauces and starting first steps in various dishes
• Clean dishes, washing cooking utensils and cookware, taking out the trash and sanitizing kitchen
• Adhere to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards
• Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to order resupply
• Other duties as assigned

• Ability to communicate with customers in a positive, helpful and friendly manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen/cafeteria environment.
• Ability to maintain a clean working environment and personal appearance.
• Previous restaurant/cafe experience helpful.

Weather, snow conditions and the number of guests play a large role in the work scheduling of Bear Valley employees.

When conditions are normal, you may be expected to work 40 up to 48 hours per week, including weekends and holidays. During busy periods – especially the holiday periods in December and the months of January and February – you may be expected to work six (6) days a week.

You must arrange for transportation to work so that you arrive at your designated workstation at the scheduled time. Keep in mind that you will often be required to drive on hilly, snowpacked, and icy road.

At any time during the ski season, Bear Valley employees are often required to perform their tasks in high winds, heavy snowfalls, low visibility, rain, and extremely cold or warm temperatures.

A professional appearance at Bear Valley is required. Please wear your name tag and uniform at all times during your scheduled shift. We will provide most of the uniform for you to do your job. This uniform is for work hours ONLY, no exceptions. 

You will be required to provide some items as part of your job.

The quality, color, and style of the items must be approved by your manager prior to being worn to work. All hats worn must have the Bear Valley logo while on shift.

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The skiing/riding employee represents a model for safe skiing for both the guest and fellow employees. You are required to be aware of all safe skiing procedures, trail closures, and out-of-bounds policies of the mountain.