Prep Cook

Mollieaspen; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Hotel Discounts

Paid Sick, and Volunteer Days

Employee Incentive Programs

Job summary

MOLLIE Aspen is seeking a Prep Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen, delivering precise menu items and maintaining spotless stations. You’ll prioritize hygiene while setting up, preparing, and breaking down your station to meet high standards.

You’ll work with the culinary team to support menu development, events, and day-to-day operations, ensuring guest satisfaction and a strong, collaborative kitchen culture. Bilingual ability is a plus, and a passion for hospitality is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent guest service and problem-resolution skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Spanish language preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory levels, monitor food costs, and implement efficient purchasing strategies to optimize kitchen performance.
• Maintain sanitation standards and procedures that comply with health and legal regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to create a seamless dining experience.
• Maintain open lines of communication with the culinary team, management, and suppliers.

Skills

Guest service

Multitasking

Flex schedule

Leadership

Spanish language

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Become a part of a contemporary culture that celebrates individuality, creativity, and teamwork! We are redefining the essence of hospitality and are looking for energetic, down-to-earth team players who thrive by making genuine connections, crafting experiences, and fostering good vibes. MOLLIE ASPEN is a new, 68-room boutique hotel that occupies a prime location on Paepcke Park in the heart of Aspen, Colorado. Drawing inspiration from the inimitable Mollie Gibson, a beloved local figure known for her restless enthusiasm for the outdoors and ability to bring people together, the hotel pays homage to her significant contributions to Aspen's early social, artistic, and adventurous fabric. Designed by award‑winning studio Post Company, MOLLIE's interiors are subtly inspired by the Aspen tradition of being firmly grounded while gazing abroad—a seamless blend of understated luxury and residential comfort. The property holds a quiet confidence and commitment to a reduction of excess with interiors that thoughtfully utilize native materials from Aspen and the wider Western region, accentuated with natural woods, earthen ceramics, and hand‑dyed textiles. MOLLIE’s lobby fosters an inviting atmosphere for visitors and locals alike, where the eclectic mix of differing personas is celebrated and upheld.

Job Description

If you are passionate about cooking and thrive in a fast‑paced kitchen environment, we have an opportunity that may interest you. We are seeking a Prep Cook dedicated to consistently following the chef's precise instructions, keeping their stations organized for the menu, and preparing food items to meet our high standards. It's important to us that our Prep Cooks prioritize hygiene while setting up, preparing, and breaking down their station. We understand the importance of these qualities and appreciate your commitment to excellence in the kitchen.

Location

Aspen, CO

Start Date

ASAP

Employment Type

Part Time

Schedule

Varies

Category

Culinary

Pay Rate

$25-$27/hour DOE

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong sense of ownership of culinary offerings provided by MOLLIE Aspen.
• Execute Culinary offerings with a high level of precision and care.
• Provide inspiration and creative influence on the culinary Team in keeping with MOLLIE Aspen Core Values.
• Assist Culinary management in all special projects, kitchen operations, and menu development.
• Maintain patron satisfaction by executing, evaluating, and auditing food, beverage, and service offerings.
• Maintain Company policies and standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Maintain effective communication with the culinary management team, FOH management team, and all staff.
• Maintain sanitation standards and procedures that comply with health and legal regulations with the advice of the Company.
• Assist in overseeing kitchen staff programming (service and hospitality standards) to ensure all duties are met and exceeded.
• Assist in the maintenance of the facility and provide opportunities for improvement.
• Work proactively with Event staff to execute all events to MOLLIE Aspen standards.
• Assist in training new team members.
• Provide leadership to the kitchen team in the absence of the Executive Chef and Sous Chef.
• Maintain a reasonable schedule with flexible availability.
• Maintain complete knowledge of products and specifications. This includes ingredients, descriptions, sourcing, brands, allergens, etc. Use heightened awareness on any allergy table, and work to code according to our allergy standards.
• Check in with any staff working in your respective space upon arrival. See if you can help before beginning your assigned duties.
• Comply with sanitation standards and procedures according to health and legal regulations.
• Maintain a reasonable schedule with flexible availability, including early or late nights, holidays, and time for staff meetings or tastings.
• Focus on continuing your education and into all facets of our operations, such as Kitchen, Service, Coffee, and Tea programs, to enhance customer service and advance your career. We prioritize investing in your education and development for success.

Operational Efficiency

• Maintain inventory levels, monitor food costs, and implement efficient purchasing strategies to optimize kitchen performance.
• Implement and maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards in accordance with local regulations.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with other departments, such as front‑of‑house staff and management, to create a seamless and exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain open lines of communication with the culinary team, management, and suppliers to address any operational or ingredient‑related issues.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. HayMax Hotels reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at their discretion. This job description is intended to describe the general work level. It is not intended to be all‑inclusive.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent guest service and problem‑resolution skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Spanish language preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience

• 1‑2 years of cooking experience preferred.
• 1‑2 years working in a hotel restaurant preferred.
• Culinary degree a plus.

Physical Demands

The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Hotel Discounts
• Paid Sick, and Volunteer Days
• Employee Incentive Programs

For more information, contact:
[e-mail]
970-989-9503

MOLLIE Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.