Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.75 - $20.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K Plan with employer match
Employee assistance program
Paid sick time
Paid Time Off
ongoing training
competitive compensation
Discounted employee lunch
Free holiday meals
Employee Appreciation Lunches
Employee awards
Free use of springs
Spa treatment discounts
Restaurant Discounts
Gift shop discounts
Discounted lodging
Job Description
Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort is a luxurious retreat nestled in the scenic landscapes of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Part of the esteemed Ojo Spa Resorts family, this destination is renowned for its serene environment, spring-fed waters, and commitment to wellness and restoration. Guests enjoy a range of accommodations including spacious rooms, suites, and private casitas designed to offer tranquility and comfort. Beyond just a place to stay, Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort embodies a mission centered on providing genuinely gracious hospitality while stewarding and sharing sacred springs with authenticity, integrity, and mindfulness.
The resort is more than an oasis; it is a community dedicated to fostering diversity, excellence, gratitude, and happiness among both guests and team members. The culture at Ojo Santa Fe is built on respect and teamwork, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported in a positive work environment. This commitment to core values creates an enriching atmosphere where every staff member has the opportunity to thrive professionally and personally.
At Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort, the Lead Line Cook position plays a critical role in upholding the quality and standards that define the guest experience. Situated in the Blue Heron kitchen, the Lead Line Cook leads shift operations by coordinating food and beverage back-of-house (BOH) team members and collaborating seamlessly with front-of-house (FOH) colleagues as well as other departments within the resort. This role encompasses a full spectrum of culinary responsibilities, from bulk preparation and line service to maintaining cleanliness and food safety.
The Lead Line Cook ensures that every dish is prepared with excellence and consistency while managing kitchen operations that support banquet and special event catering. As a leader, this individual models and promotes the company's core values, provides clear guidance and training, and ensures the kitchen environment is safe and supportive. Accountability and leadership are key, with a focus on fostering team development and upholding food safety standards according to federal, state, and local regulations.
This full-time position offers a unique blend of challenge and opportunity in a highly rewarding setting. Candidates will find competitive compensation, extensive benefits, and growth opportunities within a mission-driven company. Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort values flexibility and dedication, welcoming those who are eager to contribute their culinary talents while embracing the natural environment of New Mexico, including working comfortably outdoors and navigating diverse terrain.
Joining Ojo Spa Resorts means becoming part of a respected hospitality leader that cares deeply about its people, its guests, and the sacred springs that inspire its mission. The resort encourages professional development through ongoing training and offers generous perks such as medical and dental insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, and employee discounts on spa treatments, dining, and lodging. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and want to elevate your career in a dynamic, values-driven setting, Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort is the perfect place to grow and succeed.
The resort is more than an oasis; it is a community dedicated to fostering diversity, excellence, gratitude, and happiness among both guests and team members. The culture at Ojo Santa Fe is built on respect and teamwork, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported in a positive work environment. This commitment to core values creates an enriching atmosphere where every staff member has the opportunity to thrive professionally and personally.
At Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort, the Lead Line Cook position plays a critical role in upholding the quality and standards that define the guest experience. Situated in the Blue Heron kitchen, the Lead Line Cook leads shift operations by coordinating food and beverage back-of-house (BOH) team members and collaborating seamlessly with front-of-house (FOH) colleagues as well as other departments within the resort. This role encompasses a full spectrum of culinary responsibilities, from bulk preparation and line service to maintaining cleanliness and food safety.
The Lead Line Cook ensures that every dish is prepared with excellence and consistency while managing kitchen operations that support banquet and special event catering. As a leader, this individual models and promotes the company's core values, provides clear guidance and training, and ensures the kitchen environment is safe and supportive. Accountability and leadership are key, with a focus on fostering team development and upholding food safety standards according to federal, state, and local regulations.
This full-time position offers a unique blend of challenge and opportunity in a highly rewarding setting. Candidates will find competitive compensation, extensive benefits, and growth opportunities within a mission-driven company. Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort values flexibility and dedication, welcoming those who are eager to contribute their culinary talents while embracing the natural environment of New Mexico, including working comfortably outdoors and navigating diverse terrain.
Joining Ojo Spa Resorts means becoming part of a respected hospitality leader that cares deeply about its people, its guests, and the sacred springs that inspire its mission. The resort encourages professional development through ongoing training and offers generous perks such as medical and dental insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, and employee discounts on spa treatments, dining, and lodging. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and want to elevate your career in a dynamic, values-driven setting, Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort is the perfect place to grow and succeed.
Job Requirements
- Advanced understanding of food preparation for both a la carte restaurant service and catered banquet services
- knife skills advanced to the point of being able to instruct other team members in both capability and safety
- a sense of urgency in fulfilling guest needs, tempered by the mindfulness necessary to provide a guest experience meeting standards of quality and excellence
- consistent punctuality and reliability
- demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to assist where needed in support of the team and business needs
- ability to work in an environment with frequent exposure to heat, steam, and noise
- ability to stand for extended periods up to eight or more hours, and to sit, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 pounds
- valid New Mexico Food Handler Card as required for employees handling food, utensils, or food-contact surfaces
- ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, auditory focus, and visual attention
- willingness to work outdoors and navigate uneven ground, diverse terrain, multiple stairs, and unpredictable weather conditions
Job Qualifications
- Advanced understanding of food preparation for a la carte restaurant service and banquet services
- advanced knife skills capable of instructing other team members in safety and technique
- effective communication and leadership skills
- ability to train and mentor others
- strong organizational and time management skills
- knowledge of food safety standards and sanitation protocols
- ability to maintain composure and mindfulness under pressure
Job Duties
- Model, promote and train our core values to the F&BBOH team
- provide clear guidance and expectations to F&BBOH team members in alignment with our mission and core values and the direction provided by the chef manager or designee
- ensure team members have the tools, resources, and support needed to meet established expectations
- maintain a safe and stable environment in the kitchen so that team members feel secure while fulfilling defined expectations
- support the training and development of all F&BBOH team members in alignment with onboarding checklists, core values kitchen training, and any direction from the chef manager or designee
- complete any tasks at any station in the kitchen as required by business needs
- coordinate preparation, timing and execution for banquets and special events
- monitor product freshness and facilitate rotation of old product based on schedule
- ensure full compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations including federal, state, local requirements and company protocols
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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