Cook II - Limelight Aspen

Aspen Snowmass; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Ski Pass

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Limelight Hotels by Aspen One is seeking a Cook II to assist in the preparation, production, and service of menu items under the Chef de Cuisine. You will maintain cleanliness, follow recipes, and ensure timely service while upholding high quality standards.

The role requires 1–2 years in a commercial kitchen, a focus on food safety, and the ability to work calmly under pressure. Training on equipment and guest-facing service may be involved.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen and prep area.
• Prepare and serve food according to recipes and chef specs.
• Follow daily prep list for service readiness.
• Assist with storage of food deliveries.
• Report problems with food products or equipment to chefs.
• Work a station during service and interact with guests when applicable.
• Ensure guest comments and concerns are addressed by management.
• Operate and train others on kitchen equipment safely.
• Ensure correct portion sizes and presentation of dishes.
• Manage cooking times to serve food promptly.
• Collaborate with kitchen team for smooth service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English (written/spoken)

Guest-facing experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Culinary School diploma

Job 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 Cook II participates in the preparation, production, and service of menu items according to the direction of the Chef de Cuisine. The 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 Chef De Cuisine.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until September 13, 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 Chef De Cuisine/Sous 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

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

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, smell, taste, 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 full-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
• Flexible Spending Account Programs
• Life Insurance Programs
• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
• 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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