Cook

CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places; Colorado; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team for Summer/Fall 2025, where you can gain experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment while enjoying unique staff benefits like community housing and meals. Ideal candidates possess basic cooking skills, teamwork spirit, and a passion for growth in a communal setting.

Benefits

Free on-site housing

One free meal daily

Free and discounted activities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a professional kitchen required.
• Food Handlers Certification must be acquired prior to employment.
• Valid driver's license needed.

Responsibilities

• Train and work on all food stations in a fast-paced environment.
• Cook daily staff meal and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Assist with opening and closing tasks and special projects.

Skills

Cooking knowledge

Teamwork

Work ethic

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Education

High School Graduate/GED

Job description

Come join our Summer/Fall 2025 Culinary team!

Full Season Dates: May 18- Oct 21, 2025

Staff member benefits include free on-site community-style housing (motel room with 2 staff members per room), an hourly wagepaid out bi-weekly, one free meal daily,and free and discounted activities.

Our restaurant:

Our restaurant serves grab-n-go breakfast burritos and homemade pastries in the mornings, before transitioning to full menu offerings for lunch and dinner. We're a small crew and everyone should expect to jump in wherever needed doing prep, grill, fry, pizza, salads, dessert, dishes, and expo. Our unique hybrid counter/table service style can keep the kitchen hopping! On the job training will be provided- we do not expect you to be a world-class chef. We prioritize building a team of individuals who have basic cooking knowledge and knowledge, are team-players, have an excellent work ethic, and are hungry to grow.

Who is the ideal candidate?

• Possesses a minimum of 1year of experience working in a professional kitchen

• Proficient in knowledge of basic kitchen skills, standards, food safety, and etiquette.

• Eager to learn new cooking skills andhas a passion for cooking

• Able to follow and understand recipes

• Able to multi-task

• Stays calm under pressure

• Team-oriented mindset

• Committed to excellence, pays attention to detail, and continually strives to exceed guests’ expectations

• Exhibits a positive and professional attitude toward guests and staff

• Demonstrates a high level of self-awareness and driven toward personal and professional growth

• Is a leader and torchbearer for community culture and values, both on and off the clock.Understands and is willing to undertake the challenges of living and working in communal housing in a remote location.

What does this job entail?

• Train and work on all food stations including pizza, salads, grill, fryer, dessert, expo, and dishes grill to preparea la carte orders while in a fast-paced, sometimes high-volume environment.

• Cook the daily staff meal

• Maintain sanitation, cleanliness, and safety of assigned workstation

• Assist with opening and closing tasks

• Be willing to jump in wherever asked or needed

• Assist with any general cleaning or other duties as assigned

• Assist other departments as needed with special projects, requests, or events

Required Skills:

• Minimum 1year of experience working in a professional kitchen

• Food Handlers Certification (must acquire prior to employment)

• High School Graduate/GED equivalency

• Valid driver’s license

• Able to work in a standing position for up to 8-12 hours per day

• Able to safely lift 60lbs (50lbs overhead)

Preferred Skills:

• 2+ years experience working in a professional kitchen

• Food Protection Manager certification

• Proficiency working the grill station