Cook - Limelight Aspen - Winter

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Current locations include those across Colorado in Aspen, Snowmass, Denver, and Boulder (opened August 2025); Ketchum, Idaho; Mammoth, California (opened December 2025); and Charleston, South Carolina (coming in 2028).

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Position Summary

The Cook prepares and cooks a variety of food items in accordance with established recipes, quality standards, and food safety guidelines. This role supports all aspects of kitchen operations, including preparation, production, and service, while maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The Cook works collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure consistency, efficiency, and high culinary standards. This position reports to the Chef de Cuisine.

Cook level will be assigned depending on experience, assigned station, and competency.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 to $25.00 per hour; actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience.

Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until November 8, 2026.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes and Chef specifications, ensuring consistency, quality, and proper portioning; Follow daily prep lists to ensure all items are prepared and ready for service; Set up, work, and break down assigned stations, including sauté, grill, or roasting as needed; Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment, including pre- and post-shift cleaning of kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workspaces; Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing food deliveries, dry goods, and kitchen supplies; Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic cleaning and maintenance as needed; Manage cooking times to support timely preparation and service, especially during peak periods; Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations and clear communication during service; Report any issues with food products, equipment, or work areas to the Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef; Accurately complete assigned checklists and communicate production needs for the following shift; Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards at all times; May support basic guest interaction in guest-facing environments and escalate feedback or concerns to leadership; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Culinary Degree or equivalent preferred; 1-3 year(s) of food preparation experience required; ServSafe or similar food safety course certification is preferred; Proficient written and verbal communication English skills, Spanish a plus; Experience in guest facing roles; Knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques to include baking, broiling, grilling, sauté, roasting, blanching and more; Knowledge of food handling, safety and other restaurant guidelines; Knowledge of simple sauce and dressing; Excellent time management skills; Ability to work under stressful circumstances; Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks; Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner; Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals

Benefits

Paid Time Off Programs; Paid Leave Programs; Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes; Other company perks