Hunter
Job Description We are seeking a reliable, self-directed Line Cook who thrives in a hands-on, hybrid kitchen environment. Ideal stepping stone to Sous Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, or culinary entrepreneur. This role often requires working solo, meaning you’ll be responsible not only for food preparation and service but also for handling all kitchen-side work, including cleaning, restocking, basic dishwashing, and organization. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within the industry, gain Business-minded experience, and take real ownership over their station and the overall kitchen flow. Compensation: $23 - $25 hourly Responsibilities: • Maintain work stations, including all countertops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition per health and safety regulations, • Grill, broil or saute menu items according to standard recipes and presentation specifications, • Ensure that all interactions with visitors, vendors and colleagues are conducted in a professional and friendly manner, • Set up cooking stations and fill them with all of the essential preparation items for a shift, • Recognize and adhere to quality requirements for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products, as well as correct storage and waste management, • Prepare and cook all menu items according to recipes, quality, and timing standards, • Frequently work solo shifts, managing the entire kitchen operation independently, • Handle all side work duties, including: Dishwashing, cleaning and sanitizing workspaces, restocking and rotating inventory, taking out trash, and managing kitchen cleanliness, • End-of-shift cleaning and closing responsibilities, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment at all times, • Execute prep work, cooking, plating, and service efficiently and consistently, • Communicate effectively with the FOH team to ensure smooth guest service, • Follow all food safety, health code, and sanitation standards, • Develop real-world culinary and operational leadership skills, • Exposure to all kitchen roles and responsibilities, • Ideal stepping stone to Sous Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, or culinary entrepreneur, • Ability to contribute to menu development and kitchen SOPs Qualifications: • Possesses a strong work ethic and have high attention to detail, • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers, • Ability to understand and comply with kitchen sanitation, safety and equipment usage, and food storage, • Previous experience working in food service is preferred, • Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate, • Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, • Previous experience as a line cook in a similar property, culinary school, or completion of an apprenticeship program preferred, or proven experience in higher volume and/or fine dining kitchens, 1–2 years of line or prep cook experience (small team or solo preferred), • Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with guests and employees, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy, • Ability to understand verbal directions, as well as written menus, recipes, labels on foods and chemicals, and other workplace safety signage, • Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations during busy periods, • Strong work ethic, with the ability to work independently and unsupervised, • Comfortable managing all aspects of the kitchen during solo shifts, • Great time management, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities, • Interested in learning the business side of kitchen operations, • Adaptable, proactive, and detail-oriented, • Valid food handler certification (or willingness to obtain) About Company A seventies-inspired ski lodge with year-round appeal, The Hunter takes cues from classic American materials like textured wood and stone, infused with cozy, rustic decor, large windows, and plenty of spots to gather around the fire, and a downstairs game room designed for making memories you’ll come back to recreate over and over again. Double queen and king rooms are your havens for an intimate weekend getaway, or invite a group and book one of our loft suites. Need even more space? Book one of our adjoining two-bedroom chalets or loft suites, which include a private deck, full kitchen, and living room. No matter who you’re escaping with, we offer flexible room options for the whole crew.