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Aspen Skiing Company

Cook II - Limelight Denver

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.00 - $24.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) savings plan
Employee ski pass

Job Description

Limelight Hotels by Aspen One are a collection of boutique hotels located in some of the most elevated and unique destinations across the United States. With current locations in Colorado including Aspen, Snowmass, Denver, and Boulder (opening in August 2025), as well as Ketchum, Idaho, Mammoth, California (opening in December 2025), and an upcoming location in Charleston, South Carolina slated for 2028, Limelight Hotels are designed to provide authentic, contemporary connections to both their local communities and the exciting adventures these regions offer. Each Limelight Hotel is carefully crafted with distinctive design elements and purposeful functionality, aiming to evoke a... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1-2 years of relevant cooking experience preferred
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English
  • Willingness to comply with company policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary school graduate preferred
  • 1-2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen preferred
  • ServSafe or similar food safety course certification preferred
  • Proficient written and verbal communication in English
  • Spanish is a plus
  • Proficient experience in guest facing roles
  • Knowledge of various cooking techniques including baking, broiling, grilling, saute, roasting, blanching
  • Knowledge of food handling, safety and restaurant guidelines
  • Knowledge of simple sauce and dressing preparation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations
  • Ability to work under stressful circumstances
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changes
  • Ability to engage positively with customers
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team

Job Duties

  • Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
  • participate in pre and post shift cleaning and organization including kitchen equipment, walk-in fridge/freezer storage, dry storage, trash, recycle, mopping, and sweeping
  • prepare and serve food items according to standardized recipes and chef specifications
  • follow daily preparation list to ensure items are ready for service
  • assist with storage of food deliveries
  • report any problems with food product, kitchen equipment or work area to the Chef de Cuisine/Sous chef
  • work a food station during service including direct guest interaction if applicable
  • ensure Manager is aware of guest comments and concerns
  • safely operate and train others on the operation of various kitchen equipment including oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, and immersion blender
  • ensure accurate portion sizes and presentation of dishes
  • manage cooking times to ensure food is prepared and served timely especially during peak hours
  • work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operation and effective communication
  • perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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