Cook I

AECOM; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a full-time culinary professional at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colorado. The role involves preparing meals, ensuring food quality, and maintaining safety standards. Applicants are expected to have technical culinary training and relevant experience. Benefits include healthcare, 401(k) plans, and paid leave.

Benefits

Health care benefits

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Experience in meal preparation and temperature regulation.
• Ability to follow safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals and substitute items as needed.
• Monitor food quality and communicate with kitchen staff.
• Maintain food logs and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Food Preparation

Quality Control

Communication

Education

Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree

Job description

**Additional Information** Pay: $26.85/hour, free parking, free meal, full-time

**Job Number** 25093387

**Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary

**Location** Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, 6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80019VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=Gaylord%20Rockies%20Resort%20%26%20Convent...)

**Schedule** Full Time

**Located Remotely?** N

**Position Type** Non-Management

**POSITION SUMMARY**

Prepare special meals or substitute items. Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Communicate assistance needed during busy periods. Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items. Ensure the quality of the food items. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods.

Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Anticipate and address guests’ service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.

Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.

Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.

License or Certification: None

The pay rate for this position is $26.85 per hour and offers health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, earned paid time off and/or sick leave, life insurance, disability coverage, and other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

The application deadline for this position is 21 days after the date of this posting, 06/05/2025.

_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._

Why have less when you can have MORE — all under one roof? Rooted in our expertise and leadership in meetings and experiences, Gaylord Hotels intentionally deliver environments, services and programming that bring people together in an extraordinary way. The heart of our brand are STARs, who are creative, entrepreneurial and dedicated to providing thoughtful, big-hearted service to guests. At Gaylord, we provide STARs with opportunities well beyond that of a traditional hotel—offering you endless career opportunities, the extras, and MORE. In joining Gaylord, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.