Full-time Lead Line Cook

Sage Hospitality; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Denver's Cherry Creek North, is seeking a motivated line cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare food items to production standards and uphold safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining portion control, rotating stock, and assisting in buffet preparation. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth within Sage Hospitality.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• Minimum one year food service experience.
• Knowledge of cooking practices in a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards.
• Follow recipe cards, maintain sanitary work environment.
• Manage portioning, dating, and storage per SOP.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked and stations organized.
• Note shortages and communicate with team.

Skills

Cooking knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why us?

Your Inspiration for Unforgettable Experiences in Cherry Creek North. Welcome to Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel located in Denver's sophisticated Cherry Creek North shopping district. We cater to travelers desiring an elegant and inspirational stay and invite locals to enjoy the renowned Toro Latin Kitchen & Lounge restaurant. Take a seat and let the Latin American flavors at Toro transport you. In the tradition of South American convivial dining culture, Toro features a ceviche bar, small plates and fresh locally sourced ingredients. We are your inspiration for uncovering new experiences within our community, where boutique shopping and exquisite attractions are just steps away. Discover endless opportunities with Hotel Clio, the muse of Cherry Creek.

At Hotel Clio, part of Sage Hospitality Group, we seek innovative leaders with a disruptive spirit, not just job seekers. We're looking for power players eager to rise to the top. Sage offers opportunities for growth and personal fulfillment, emphasizing the aspects that keep us human and happy. We aim to attract and retain associates engaged in our culture, passionate about hospitality, and excited to enrich lives one experience at a time. Founded on bold individuality, Sage has created some of the world's best hotels, restaurants, and experiences, thanks to people like you who follow their own path, are eager to learn, and love their community. We embrace uniqueness in both guest experiences and team member treatment, fostering a community built on integrity, respect, innovation, and togetherness.

Application open until 11/07/2026 or until filled.

Job Overview

Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
• Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

• High school education or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Minimum one year food service or related work.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of cooking and the practices and procedures of a kitchen in order to perform non-repetitive analytical work.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying: Position regularly involves lifting food cases and metros weighing up to 70 lbs. Items include food, small equipment -75% of the time.
• Periodic climbing required.
• Bending of the knees does become necessary when using the lower oven for cooking, 5-10 times a day.
• Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel 30-50 feet on a regular basis throughout the day.
• Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting, usually all day.
• Must be able to hear equipment timers and communicate with other staff.
• Must be able to see that product is prepared appropriately.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing.

Environment

Inside 100% of 8 hour shift. Going in the freezer temperatures can be -10 degrees. On the front line, temperatures can be over 100 degrees.

Benefits

• Supplemental Pay: Percentage of service charges based on restaurant revenue.
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Great discounts on Marriott + Sage Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
• One hot meal per-shift in associate cafetería
• Discounted covered garage parking available for purchase
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program.

Salary

USD $21.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.