Prep Cook - Core Kitchen

Find your line at Mt. Hood Meadows, where we turn passion into purpose by delivering unforgettable experiences in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning mountain settings. We believe in creating moments that matter — for our guests, for each other, and for the community. Apply today and join a team that fully embodies the mountain lifestyle.

Position Overview

Help turn great ingredients into great mountain meals! As a Prep Cook at Mt. Hood Meadows, you’ll play an important role in preparing the food that keeps our guests fueled throughout their day on the mountain. You’ll work behind the scenes in our Core Kitchen, preparing ingredients and recipes with consistency, care, and attention to quality.

You’ll follow recipes and portioning guidelines, complete daily prep assignments, use proper knife and food-handling techniques, and keep your workstation clean, organized, and ready for production. You’ll work alongside cooks and other Food & Beverage team members in a fast-paced kitchen where teamwork, organization, and attention to detail help keep service running smoothly.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with food, staying active, and building their skills in a professional kitchen. No previous kitchen experience is required—just a willingness to learn, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in the busy rhythm of a mountain kitchen.

This is a full-time, seasonal position

Qualifications

• Minimum Age -16 years
• Must possess and maintain a valid Oregon Food Handlers Permit
• Available to work weekends and holidays
• Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business

Compensation:

• Starting Wage: $17.83 - $20.13 hourly

Perks:

• Year-Round Housing Rentals Available. Subject to Availability
• Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependents
• Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
• Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
• Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
• Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
• Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
• Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
• Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
• Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
• Access to Team Wellness Programs
• Team Appreciation Events/Dinners
• Click here to learn more about our team member perks

Videos:

• Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel

MHM is dedicated to fostering a consistent and enduring effort to create a welcoming and respectful environment for our team, guests, and community. Our hiring and recruitment efforts are designed to be equitable and accessible, and we actively seek ways to broaden participation in Snowsports for groups who have historically faced barriers.

If you need assistance with the application process, please reach out to us at [email protected] — we're happy to help.