Overview: Collective Retreats

Life, above all, is meant to be a powerful experience lived to the utmost, enjoyed and shared with others. We believe that we have the opportunity to create something unique and better that connects us to each other and our surroundings. Come be part of our Collective Good!

Collective Retreats is a new, meaningful, way to travel. As the only international hospitality company that is a certified B Corp, Collected Retreats is committed to reshaping the luxury travel experience. We have a passion for the craft of hospitality and a shared appreciation for exploration, adventure, innovation and the outdoors,

Collective Beliefs: A Life in Service to Others | The Power of Experiences | Happiness in Simplicity | Connection is Rare & Wonderful 

Collective Qualities:  Empathy | Courage | Honesty & Integrity | Humility & Optimism | Innovation & Continuous Improvment

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Prep Cook for our Vail Retreat to deliver premium service to our guests by helping to create a memorable dining experience.The ideal candidate is experienced in delivering gourmet menus and excellent quality plates, highly organized and dependable, caring and approachable, self-motivated, and comfortable in the outdoors. If you love being outside and working with people, then this is a great opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare food items consistently and adhere to all recipe standards
  • Maintain a safe working environment by using proper food handling skills and food safety guidelines
  • Complete kitchen tasks such as line setup, and food preparation
  • Engage with guests and help to create an excellent experience for them
  • Clean and maintain all tools, equipment and dishes
  • Clean and maintain all kitchens in accordance to company standard operating procedures

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Must have a passion for working and being in the outdoors. This position is very “hands-on” with very little “office work.” A sense of adventure is a plus!
  • 1+ years as a sous chef (both restaurant and catering experience is desired)
  • Culinary degree a plus
  • Approachable, presentable and professional – desires to create amazing experiences for our guests
  • Experience with / strong desire for gourmet outdoor cooking and locally sourced foods and menus
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
  • Hard-working, enthusiastic, flexible – desires new challenges and is self-motivated
  • Extremely well organized with a strong ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in remote locations with co-workers
  • Strong team player who is willing to go the extra mile to deliver great service to our guests in an adventurous outdoor setting
  • Hard worker with a positive, can-do attitude. Willing to work long and sometimes erratic hours

Requirements for Employment:

  • Fluent in English
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Able to work 20-40 hours per week and willingness to work on both weekends and weekdays, as needed

Compensation & Perks:

  • Hourly Compensation: $24-$25 plus tips
  • Friends and Family rate at all Collective Retreat locations
  • Employer sponsored healthcare

Collective Hotels & Retreats (CH&R) core belief is that life, above all, is meant to be a powerful experience lived to the utmost, enjoyed and shared with others. It is our responsibility to ensure that those experiences are created in an environment that is diverse, inclusive and equitable for all. We are committed to creating this environment for each other, our guests and our partners because we know that a sustainable and healthy environment is one that allows for access and opportunity for everyone. 

Collective Retreats is committed to creating an accessible environment and inclusive hiring process. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact candidateaccomodations@collectiveretreats.com

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