Line Cook - Wooden Nickel

Crested Butte FBF Resources, LLC; Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Employee housing opportunities

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Crested Butte FBF Resources, LLC is hiring a Line Cook for Wooden Nickel. In this role, you will prepare food, maintain station organization, and support kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has prior kitchen experience, strong organizational skills, and a passion for culinary growth. You will work closely with the team to ensure high-quality food is delivered consistently. Benefits include competitive pay and potential for growth.

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen experience preferred.
• Two to three years of station cooking experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to maintain focus and quality standards during busy service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized station throughout each shift.
• Communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Reliability

Tools

Kitchen tools and appliances

Job description

Position Summary

As a Line Cook at Wooden Nickel, you play a key role in supporting daily back‑of‑house operations. You prepare and execute food to company standards, maintain station organization and cleanliness, and contribute to a kitchen environment built on teamwork, consistency, and urgency.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Employee housing opportunities, depending on role and availability
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within Elk Ave Hospitality
• The chance to live and work in one of Colorado’s most remarkable mountain communities

This is an hourly role. Hourly positions are not immediately eligible for health benefits or paid time off.

Key Responsibilities

Station Execution and Food Preparation

• Prepare and cook menu items according to company standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Take ownership of assigned station and maintain organization, stocking, and service readiness.
• Execute prep, cooking, seasoning, and plating with accuracy and urgency.
• Maintain a strong understanding of recipes, specifications, and station expectations.
• Support the kitchen team in delivering a smooth, coordinated, and efficient service.

Teamwork and Kitchen Support

• Communicate clearly with chefs, cooks, and support staff throughout prep and service.
• Work collaboratively to ensure all dishes are prepared and sent out timely.
• Assist with station transitions, prep support, and general kitchen needs as directed.
• Help maintain a positive, disciplined, and team‑oriented kitchen culture.
• Support training and example‑setting expected in a professional kitchen environment.

Organization, Cleanliness, and Food Safety

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary station throughout each shift.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, storage, labeling, and rotation procedures.
• Ensure ingredients, tools, and equipment are properly handled, maintained, and stored.
• Help uphold health department standards and company expectations in all food‑related areas.
• Support a culture of pride, cleanliness, and operational discipline throughout the kitchen.

Quality and Consistency

• Maintain consistency in flavor, execution, portioning, and presentation.
• Taste, adjust, and execute food with attention to detail and quality standards.
• Stay focused and organized during high‑volume periods while maintaining accuracy.
• Contribute to a kitchen environment where quality and consistency are expected at every station.

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen experience preferred.
• Two to three years of station cooking experience in a professional kitchen strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to maintain focus, urgency, and quality standards during busy service periods.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Strong foundation in cooking techniques, including knife skills, sautéing, grilling, roasting, and frying.
• Familiarity with ingredients, flavor profiles, and proper product handling and storage.
• Comfort using kitchen tools, equipment, and appliances including ovens, grills, fryers, and stovetops.
• Food safety certification such as ServSafe preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with portioning, plating, and recipe execution.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work efficiently under pressure.
• Passion for food and genuine interest in culinary growth and development.

Physical and Position Requirements

• Must be able to stand and move continuously for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk, bend, twist, stoop, stretch, and lift throughout each shift.
• Must be able to work efficiently in a crowded, fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Must be capable of adjusting to changes in pace, priorities, and business volume.
• Must be able to lift and carry kitchen items and products as needed.
• Must be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed in a seasonal hospitality environment.
• Must be able to work in an environment with temperature fluctuations, hot surfaces, sharp tools, kitchen equipment, cleaning chemicals, and loud background noise.

Important Position Information

This is an hourly, non‑exempt position. Compensation is based on experience. Hourly positions are not immediately eligible for health benefits or paid time off.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Success means maintaining a clean, organized, and well‑executed station while contributing to a kitchen team that performs with consistency, urgency, and pride. The right candidate works hard, communicates well, lives the core values, and helps ensure Wooden Nickel delivers food and execution that feel dependable, well‑crafted, and true to the brand.