Am Line Cook - Ft

Bighorn Law; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Sick Leave Pay

401(k)

Hilton Employee Discounts

Job summary

The DoubleTree by Hilton Colorado Springs is seeking a full-time AM Cook to prepare and cook breakfast or lunch items, set up and stock the station, and maintain safety and sanitation standards.

You will work with servers and kitchen staff, perform mise en place, and ensure timely, high-quality plates. Candidates should have 1–2 years of cooking experience, reliability for early shifts, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of professional cooking experience in a restaurant or diner.
• Familiarity with basic kitchen equipment and food safety guidelines.
• Ability to maintain safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Station setup and mise en place for assigned station.
• Prepare and cook breakfast or lunch items following recipes.
• Maintain quality, portion control, and accurate plating.
• Cleanliness and sanitation of workstation and surfaces.
• Communicate with servers and kitchen staff regarding tickets.
• Reliably arrive for early shifts and work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Punctuality

Team communication

Reliability

Stamina

Job description

The Doubletree by Hilton Colorado Springs is hiring a full time AM Cook. The AM shift line cook prepares and cooks breakfast or lunch menu items, sets up and stocks the kitchen station, and maintains safety and sanitation standards.

Station Setup (Mise en Place): Arrive early to set up and stock your assigned station with all required tools, ingredients, and equipment.

Food Preparation: Chop vegetables, slice meats, mix sauces, and pre-portion ingredients before service begins.

Cooking and Execution: Cook menu orders (such as grilling, frying, or sautéing) accurately, following exact recipes and portion controls.

Quality Control: Check food items for freshness, monitor cooking temperatures, and ensure consistent presentation for every plate.

Cleanliness and Sanitation: Keep the workstation clean during service, properly store food using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) rotation, and sanitize surfaces at the end of the shift.

Team Communication: Communicate clearly with servers, other cooks, and the kitchen manager or expeditor regarding ticket times and order pacing.

Experience: 1 to 2 years of professional cooking experience in a restaurant, diner, or prep role.

Knowledge: Familiarity with basic kitchen equipment, food safety guidelines, and standard cooking techniques.

Reliability: Strong punctuality and dependability, especially for early morning opening shifts.

Physical Stamina: Ability to stand and walk for long periods, work in a fast-paced environment, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Compensation

$17 - $19 hourly

At the DoubleTree, it's our unique CARE culture that inspires us to create and deliver exceptional experiences for our guests, Team Members, and the communities in which we live and work.

Our hotel is near I-25, five minutes from the Broadmoor World Arena, and it's under five miles from downtown Colorado Springs, Fort Carson, and the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Garden of the Gods is only a 20-minute drive away.

Competitive Wages, Sick Leave Pay, 401(k), and Hilton Employee Discounts.

The DoubleTree Colorado Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, and/or local laws.