Dining Room Cook II Winter

Employee Dining Room Cook II - The Little Nell

Company Description

The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five‑Star, Five‑Diamond ski‑in/ski‑out hotel, renowned for luxurious amenities, personalized service, breathtaking mountain views, award‑winning wine and culinary programs, and exceptional hospitality.

Position Summary

The Employee Dining Room Cook II prepares, cooks, and serves menu items according to Chef specifications during the winter shift (11:00 am – 7:00 pm). The Cook II maintains a clean and organized kitchen, follows daily prep lists, and assists in food safety and equipment operation. The role reports to the Chef de Cuisine.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment; participate in pre‑ and post‑shift cleaning and organization (kitchen equipment, walk‑in fridge/freezer, dry storage, trash, recycle, mopping, sweeping).
• Prepare & serve food items according to standardized recipes and chef specifications.
• Follow the 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 a Chef or Sous‑Chef.
• Safely operate and train others on kitchen equipment (oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo‑coupe, immersion blender).
• Ensure accurate portion sizes and presentation of dishes.
• Manage cooking times to serve food in a timely manner, especially during peak hours.
• Work closely with kitchen team members for smooth operation and effective communication during shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements

• Culinary School graduate preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen preferred.
• Serv Safe or similar food safety course certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient written and verbal communication;
  English required;
  Spanish a plus.
• Knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques (baking, broiling, grilling, sautéing, roasting, blanching).
• Knowledge of food handling, safety, and restaurant guidelines.
• Knowledge of simple sauces and dressings.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations with customers or employees.
• Ability to work under stressful circumstances.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks.
• Ability to collaborate with others to achieve team goals.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk, or be on feet for extended periods.
• Regularly work in wet, hot, and humid conditions for extended periods; may need to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits may vary, but no more than 50 lbs).

Job Benefits

• Paid Time Off Programs.
• Paid Leave Programs.
• Employee Ski Pass.
• Other company perks.

This position is classified as a seasonal full‑time position and is eligible for the above benefits. Enrollment dates differ across programs.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not intended as a comprehensive list of all duties, requirements, or benefits. Responsibilities may change with or without notice.

By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

To request accommodation during the application and interview process, please contact Human Resources at 970‑300‑7700.

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Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).