Park Executive Chef

GREAT PEOPLE | GREAT BENEFITS | JOIN OUR ALL-STAR TEAM!Park Executive ChefAscending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mt. Rainier is an iconic point in the Washington landscape. Our associates gain valuable experience here while meeting guests and coworkers from around the world, and in their free time they have a magical world of pristine mountain meadows, majestic waterfalls, peaceful old-growth forests, and much more to explore! Throughout the season we have regularly scheduled activities and day trips with transportation provided for associates, including trips to nearby adventures or cities like Seattle to visit Pike Place or catch a Mariners game! Employees with vehicles are only a short 2 hour trip away from exploring many destinations like Portland and Seattle on their own.Because of our unique location, room and board are provided to associates who do not live in one of our surrounding communities at a very low-cost via payroll deduction. Laundry facilities are provided at each dorm unit at no cost to employees. Employee meals are served in Employee Dining Rooms. We can also accommodate a limited number of RV units. All RV’s must be fully self-contained – no camper shells/vans, etc.Do you naturally reach out to help others, including guests and co-workers? Are you excited by the opportunity to live in a remote and beautiful location? Are you willing and able to work hard? If so, we want to hear from you!JOB SUMMARYManage all aspects ofthe culinary operations at Mount Rainier National Park to maintain aconsistently high standard of cleanliness and food excellence. Provide up to 1,200 covers per day over threedaily meals between Paradise Inn and National Park Inn, and hundreds of dailymeals at Sunrise Lodge and Jackson Visitor Center. Ensure that all foods for Dining Rooms,Employee Dining Rooms, Caf?, and quick service outlets are nutritious, safe,wholesome, eye appealing, delicious, and meet recipe and food costspecifications. Supervise chefs, cooks,and utility staff to ensure tasks are completed in safe and efficient manner.This position is based at Paradise Inn during the summer season, National ParkInn during the winter season.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSMonitor, problem solve, and direct workers to ensure efficient and safe completion of all culinary tasks dailyTrain and on-board new staff on safety and procedures including recipes and plate presentationSample, smell, and observe food to ensure conformance to recipes and taste and appearance standardsCommunicate regularly and professionally with numerous people including general manager, food & beverage manager, dining room staff, warehouse manager, and laundry staff to ensure efficient operation of food operationsEnsure that each food operation adheres to food safety guidelines including ServSafe and HACCPAttend and participate in management and safety meetings; conduct regular department meetingsUnder guidance of each property’s General Manager, participate in and give working direction for pre and post season setup / teardownManage staff appropriately to enforce standards and minimize personnel conflictsEnsure department records such as schedules, payroll, food safety logs, inspection logs, and receiving invoices are completed accurately and timelyPerforms such other related duties as directed or requiredSKILL AND KNOWLEDGEREQUIREMENTS INCLUDEHigh School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent required; Culinary school diploma strongly preferredFive years culinary experience in full-service restaurant required; national park experience strongly preferredModerate computer knowledge and ability including Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, POS systemPossess strong knowledge of culinary terms and practices; able to prepare items “from scratch” and creatTo view the full job description, click here