Cook

Lazy Dog Family LLC; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted benefits

Emergency Financial plan

Theme park discounts

Pet insurance

Identity Theft Insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Southlands, Aurora, Colorado, is hiring Full-Service Line Cooks. We are seeking individuals with 2 to 5 years of experience in a fast-paced line, capable of handling all stations and upholding Lazy Dog's recipes and standards.

Competitive pay at $19 per hour, breathing room for growth, and a supportive team culture that emphasizes guest satisfaction. Benefits include discounted supplemental plans and park/insurance discounts, with a strong emphasis on quality, safety, and

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience on a fast-paced line, working all stations.
• Accountable for set up, stock, cook and present dishes according to Lazy Dog's recipes.
• Ensure only fresh high-quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.
• Ensure proper recipe adherence is followed during production.
• Follow food safety procedures, clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and tools.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment and station maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• English language skills required; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cook at Lazy Dog Restaurants - Southlands in Aurora, CO, following Scratch Kitchen standards.
• Prepare and present dishes per recipes while maintaining quality and freshness.
• Collaborate with team to ensure safety, cleanliness, and efficient service.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Line cook

Team player

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Southlands, 24110 E State Ave, Aurora, Colorado, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 7:0 0 AM

Certified Great Place to Work 8 Years in a row!

Cook: At this location, our cooks earn $19 / hour

Be part of the excitement and freshness of a "Scratch Kitchen" We hand-craft everything in our kitchens. We are looking for talented individuals that want to grow with a company that cares.

What we offer:

• Discounted supplemental benefits
• Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan
• Discounts to theme parks, pet insurance, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
• A family that supports YOUR personal and professional growth

We are looking for Full- Service Line Cooks:

• 2 to 5 years’ experience on a fast-paced line, working all stations.
• Accountable for all aspects of assigned cooking stations to include set up, stock product, cook and present dishes according to Lazy Dogs recipes.
• Ensure only “fresh” high-quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.Ensure the proper recipe is displayed on the monitor during the preparation and cooking process.
• Ensure proper recipe adherence is followed whenever producing items.
• Strive to never sell a dish that is not up to Lazy Dog Standards.
• Follow food safety procedures, clean, sanitize and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools throughout kitchen.
• Ensure proper use of PPE when applicable and ensuring a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment in assigned cooking station to include startup, shut down, shift maintenance, cleaning and repairing as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Alert chef team immediately of any product, equipment and/or food safety concerns.
• Guest focused and likes to multi-task.
• Demonstrate basic English/Spanish communication skills a plus.
• Trusting, passionate, humble, and gracious team player.
• Build lasting relationships with trust and respect.
• Create fun.

Education

• High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

IND1

Join Lazy Dog and be part of a culture of caring, great benefits, and continuous growth.

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Southlands, 24110 E State Ave, Aurora, Colorado, United States of America