Sous Chef
Position: Sous Chef
Department: F&B
Location: Ten Sleep, WY
Classification: Winter Seasonal, Full time
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Meadowlark Lodge. Meadowlark offers a unique blend of public dining and exclusive private experiences, making this an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional. This is an outstanding opportunity for a chef who has demonstrated their raw cooking ability and is eager to develop management skills.
The Sous Chef reports to our Head Chef for day-to-day operations, while working closely with Zev Bennett, our VP of Culinary and the kitchen's executive chef. Chef Bennett brings world-class expertise from Michelin and World's 50 Best restaurants, offering invaluable mentorship and guidance to the Sous Chef as they grow into the role.
About the Restaurant & Bar
Nestled in the Bighorn National Forest, our ski resort offers exceptional recreational opportunities throughout the year. The on-site restaurant and bar welcome the public Friday through Sunday, providing a rustic, elevated experience to the public. From Monday to Thursday, we deliver high-level, curated culinary experiences for private guests and elite clients.
Our kitchen is led by Michelin and World’s 50 Best celebrity chef Zev Bennett, promising an inspiring environment for culinary growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute high-level cooking and culinary techniques across diverse menu offerings.
- Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing procedures.
- Collaborate with the culinary team to develop and refine tasting menus and family-style feasts for private guests.
- Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards in accordance with resort policies.
- Support menu planning, ingredient sourcing, and inventory management.
- Work closely with the Head Chef and build a strong relationship with the VP of Culinary, celebrity chef Zev Bennett, renowned for a decade of fine dining experience in Michelin-starred and World’s 50 Best restaurants globally.
- Embrace opportunities to learn kitchen management, staff training, and leadership under expert mentorship.
- Ensure a memorable dining experience for guests, whether public or private, through creative presentation and attention to detail.
- Maintain adherence to all recipes and SOPs.
Are you the right fit? Below are some traits an ideal candidate possesses:
- Demonstrated excellent cooking ability, ingredient knowledge, and a passion for culinary arts.
- Desire to learn and grow into a management role within the kitchen environment.
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-quality restaurant setting (fine dining preferred, but not required).
- Commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to adhere to all recipes and SOP
- A clear communicator who keeps the whole kitchen in sync, from prep through service.
Requirements:
- 7+ years kitchen experience minimum
- 3+ years experience in a Sous Chef position
- Management experience is preferred, but not necessary.
- CFPM Certification preferred.
- ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.
- Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours as required by resort operations.
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive salary and year-round employment at a premier resort destination.
- Professional growth under the mentorship of an acclaimed chef.
- Complimentary ski pass with buddy passes
- Employee Discount on select items
- Employee meals
- Health benefits for full time positions
- Access to recreational activities and resort amenities.
How to Apply
If you are a passionate cook with aspirations for management and want to work alongside some of the industry’s best, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your culinary experience and motivation for joining our team.
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.