Line Cook - Fine Dining

The Cliff House at Pikes Peak; Manitou Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay (DOE)

Advancement opportunities

Historic, guest-focused environment

Job summary

The Cliff House at Pikes Peak in Manitou Springs, CO, is seeking a Line Cook to join our culinary team in a fine dining environment. You will execute thoughtfully prepared dishes with consistency, precision, and attention to detail, thriving in a fast-paced, upscale setting.

We value professional cooks who can manage evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, maintain high standards, and collaborate with a team to deliver an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant preferred.
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques, kitchen operations, and plating standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Professional demeanor with a strong work ethic and team-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute menu items to fine dining standards, ensuring quality and consistency
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and efficiency of your assigned station
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Assist with daily prep work including knife work, portioning, and ingredient preparation
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and rotation of all food products (FIFO)
• Communicate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth and timely service
• Uphold presentation standards that align with the Cliff House dining experience
• Assist with inventory control and notify leadership of product needs

Skills

Fine dining cooking

Plating standards

Kitchen operations

Under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

Line Cook - Fine Dining

The Cliff House at Pikes Peak | Manitou Springs, CO

The Cliff House at Pikes Peak, a historic and upscale property in the heart of Manitou Springs, is seeking a talented and driven Line Cook to join our culinary team. We pride ourselves on delivering an elevated dining experience that reflects both the character of our hotel and the expectations of our guests.

Position Summary:

As a Line Cook, you will play a key role in executing thoughtfully prepared dishes with consistency, precision, and attention to detail. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about culinary excellence and thrives in a fast-paced, fine dining environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and execute menu items to fine dining standards, ensuring quality and consistency
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and efficiency of your assigned station
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Assist with daily prep work including knife work, portioning, and ingredient preparation
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and rotation of all food products (FIFO)
• Communicate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth and timely service
• Uphold presentation standards that align with the Cliff House dining experience
• Assist with inventory control and notify leadership of product needs

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant preferred
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques, kitchen operations, and plating standards
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Professional demeanor with a strong work ethic and team-first mindset

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay (DOE)
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing team
• Work in a unique, historic, and guest-focused environment

Schedule:

Full-time and part-time opportunities available; hours and days may vary based on business needs.