Cook III - Limelight Ketchum

Aspen, CO; Idaho; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a contemporary hospitality company where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. As a Cook III, you will prepare a variety of delicious dishes while adhering to the highest quality and safety standards. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, collaborating closely with fellow team members to ensure smooth operations. With a focus on excellence, you will contribute to creating memorable dining experiences for guests in a stunning mountain setting. If you are passionate about cooking and thrive under pressure, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Ski Pass

Dependent Ski Passes

Other company perks

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent preferred with 1 year of food preparation experience.
• ServSafe or similar food safety course certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food items according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Cook food to order and work various kitchen stations.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Time Management

Customer Engagement

Cooking Techniques

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

Culinary Degree

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, Limelight Hotels are contemporary properties set in the heart of authentic mountain and urban communities. Limelight Aspen, in downtown Aspen, Colorado, is just steps from the slopes and the downtown core. Limelight Ketchum is situated in Ketchum, Idaho, near the base of Sun Valley’s famed ski area, Bald Mountain, and within walking distance to the town’s shops and restaurants. Limelight Snowmass in Snowmass, Colorado is located adjacent to the Elk Camp Gondola with direct access to 3,362 acres of terrain. Limelight Denver opened in 2023, and two additional Limelight Hotels in Mammoth, California, and Boulder, Colorado, are slated to open in 2025. All Limelight properties are designed around the communities and activities where they are located. Learn more at www.LimelightHotels.com .

Job Description

Position Summary
The Cook III helps with station assignments and prepares hot and cold foods for the restaurant according to Executive Chef's specifications. This position is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items following established recipes and safety standards. The Cook III 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 Executive Chef.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until May 11, 2025.

Essential Job Functions/Key Responsibilities
• Prepare & serve food items according to standardized recipes and chef specifications
• Follow daily preparation list to ensure items are ready for service
• Cook food to order
• Work and maintain sauté, grill, and roasting stations
• Help organize kitchen items including, dry goods, kitchen equipment, storage containers, cleaning supplies, and food deliveries
• Set up, work, and breakdown station
• 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
• Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operation and effective communication during food service
• Submit production needs for following day by shift end
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements
• Culinary degree or equivalent preferred
• 1 year of food preparation experience preferred
• ServSafe or similar food safety course certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Proficient written and verbal communication English skills, Spanish a plus
• 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
• Excellent time management skills
• 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 constantly lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

Job Benefits
This position is categorized 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.