Banquet Cook II - Limelight Denver

Limelight Hotels; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off Programs

Employee Ski Pass

Other company perks

Job summary

Limelight Hotels is seeking a Banquet Cook II to assist in preparation, production, and service of menu items under the Banquet Chef. You will maintain a clean kitchen, follow recipes and safety standards, and work a station during service.

Pay ranges from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, with applications accepted until August 16, 2026. The role requires 1–2 years in a commercial kitchen, culinary schooling preferred, and ServSafe or similar certification preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, including prep and post-shift cleaning.
• Prepare and serve food items according to standardized recipes and chef specifications.
• Follow daily prep lists to ensure items are ready for service.
• Assist with storage of food deliveries.
• Report problems with food, equipment, or work area to the Banquet Chef.
• Work a food station during service and interact with guests as needed.
• Ensure guest comments and concerns are communicated to management.
• Train others on operation of kitchen equipment (ovens, grills, flattops, kettles, slicers, etc.).
• Ensure correct portion sizes and presentation meet quality standards.
• Manage cooking times to serve food promptly during peak hours.
• Collaborate with kitchen team for smooth operation.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Food safety

Customer service

Time management

Spanish language

Education

Culinary School degree/diploma

Commercial kitchen experience

ServSafe certification

Job description

• Compensation: USD 22.00 - USD 24.00 - hourly

Company Description

Limelight Hotels by Aspen One provide authentic and contemporary connections to their communities and the adventures that surround them.Each Limelight hotel isinspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you andset in the heart of elevated and unique locations, eachcarefully designed with distinctive design and purposeful functionality, created to evoke a sense of place and a point of view.

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).

For more information, visitwww.limelighthotels.com or follow @limelighthotel on X,Instagramor Facebook.Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the [emailprotected] , aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains.

Job Description

Position Summary
The Banquet Cook II participates in the preparation, production, and service of menu items according to the direction of the Banquet Chef. The Banquet Cook II is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items following established recipes and safety standards. This position requires maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen while ensuring food is prepared in a timely manner and to the highest quality standards. This position reports to the Banquet Chef.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 to $24.00 per hour; actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until August 16, 2026.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, participate in pre and post shift cleaning and organization to include but not limited to: kitchen equipment, walk in fridge/freezer storage, dry storage, trash, recycle, mopping, sweeping
• Prepare & 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 Banquet Chef
• Work a food station during service, including direct guest interaction if working in a guest facing restaurant
• Ensure Manager is aware of guest comments and concerns
• Safely operate and train others on the operation of various kitchen equipment to include oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, immersion blender
• Ensure accurate portion sizes and presentation of dishes to meet both quality standards and customer expectations
• Manage cooking times to ensure food is prepared and served in a timely manner, especially during peak hours
• Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operation and effective communication during food service
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements

• Culinary School graduate preferred
• 1-2 year(s) of experience in a commercial kitchen preferred
• ServSafe or similar food safety course certification is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient written and verbal communication English skills, Spanish a plus
• Proficient 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
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations whether they be customer or employee related
• 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

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required 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 can vary according to position, but no more than 50)

Job Benefits

This position is classified as a regular part-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

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

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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 the 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 interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

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