Kitchen Manager
Base Camp
Kitchen Manager
Full Time • Base Camp
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Benefits:
- Opportunity for advancement
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Join the leadership team at Base Camp Bar & Grill, located slope-side in Snowmass Village.
We’re a high-volume, high-energy restaurant known for bold food, strong drinks, and a tight-knit team culture. We’re looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager who can lead from the floor, build a strong kitchen team, and keep operations organized and consistent through the extreme volume swings of a seasonal resort restaurant.
This is a hands-on leadership position. The right person is comfortable jumping onto the line when needed, but also understands that their larger responsibility is building the people, systems, and accountability that keep the kitchen running well every day.
Key Responsibilities
• Kitchen Leadership: Lead day-to-day back-of-house operations and maintain a professional, productive, team-focused kitchen environment. Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable to Base Camp standards.
• Hiring, Training & Development: Assist with recruiting and hiring kitchen employees. Train, coach, and develop BOH staff while addressing performance issues promptly and consistently.
• Scheduling & Labor Management: Build efficient kitchen schedules based on forecasted business levels and make adjustments as needed to balance service demands with labor goals.
• Inventory, Ordering & Food Cost: Manage food and kitchen supply ordering using established pars and order guides. Maintain accurate inventories and work with the BOH management team to control food cost, waste, overproduction, and purchasing.
• Quality & Execution: Maintain consistent food quality, portioning, preparation, and presentation. Conduct line checks, temperature logs, prep checks, and food quality assessments and correct issues before they affect service.
• Service Leadership: Maintain strong organization and communication during high-volume service. Help manage ticket times, expo flow, prep readiness, and line execution during peak periods.
• Systems & Organization: Implement and maintain BOH systems including prep lists, order guides, pars, opening and closing procedures, cleaning schedules, and daily kitchen walkthroughs.
• Systems & Organization: Implement and maintain BOH systems including prep lists, order guides, pars, opening and closing procedures, cleaning schedules, and daily kitchen walkthroughs.
• Health & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and enforce food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and health department standards.
• Communication & Problem Solving: Communicate openly with ownership, front-of-house management, and the BOH team. Identify operational issues early and bring solutions, not just problems, to regular management meetings.
• Menu Development: Collaborate with ownership and the kitchen team to maintain and evolve a cohesive, seasonal menu that reflects the Base Camp brand, operational capabilities, and guest preferences.
Qualifications
• Previous kitchen management, sous chef, or comparable leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong experience managing high-volume prep and à la carte service.
• Proven ability to lead, train, coach, and hold a kitchen team accountable.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain systems even during extremely busy periods.
• Experience managing food cost, inventory, ordering, waste, labor, and scheduling.
• High standards for food quality, cleanliness, sanitation, and kitchen organization.
• Calm, patient, and direct leadership style with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortable operating in a seasonal resort environment with significant fluctuations in business and extremely high-volume holiday periods.
• Familiarity with restaurant scheduling, inventory, and operational software.
• ServSafe or comparable food safety certification preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform the physical requirements of a working kitchen management position.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other shifts required by the business.
At Base Camp, we promote from within and give our managers meaningful ownership over their departments. This position is ideal for someone who wants more than a chef title. We’re looking for a leader who wants to build a strong kitchen, improve systems, develop people, and have a real voice in how the restaurant operates and grows.
Compensation: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Located at the base of Snowmass Mountain, Base Camp Bar & Grill is a high-energy, high-altitude hotspot that serves up great food, cold drinks, and unforgettable vibes year-round. From locals stopping in after a hike to après ski crowds looking to unwind, Base Camp is the go-to spot for both guests and team members who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and fun environment.
We believe work should be rewarding, inclusive, and full of opportunity. Whether you’re behind the bar, in the kitchen, or on the floor, we offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling, staff parties, and a team-first atmosphere that keeps people coming back season after season.
At Base Camp, we’re proud to promote from within. Every member of our current upper management team started out as a server, busser, or bartender—and we’re always looking to develop future leaders. If you’re eager to learn, willing to hustle, and passionate about hospitality, there’s real room to grow with us.
We don’t just serve food and drinks—we create experiences. And we know that starts with hiring friendly, motivated people who support each other and take pride in what they do.
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Flexible Scheduling
We work with you to build a schedule that fits your lifestyle, whether seasonal or year-round.
Staff Parties & Perks
End-of-season parties, team outings, and local discounts keep things fun even off the clock.
Epic Location
Work at the base of Snowmass Mountain with stunning views, fresh air, and adventure at your doorstep.
Leadership Perks
Our upper management team enjoys added benefits like a full ski pass, health insurance, and a voice in shaping operations.
Professional Development Support
We help cover the cost of certifications—like sommelier or cicerone—for team members who want to level up their skills.