Cook 1 - Winter 24-25

Job Description

Summary

The Cook 1 participates and supervises in the preparation, production & service of menu items according to the direction of the Restaurant Chef & Sous Chef.

Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until November, 3, 2024 for the 2024-2025 Winter Season.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely handle food product according to applicable health codes and laws
• 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
• Prepare & serve food items according to chef specifications
• Follow daily preparation list to ensure items are ready for service
• Assist with storage of food deliveries
• Report any problems with food product, kitchen equipment or work area to a Chef / Sous chef
• Work any food station within the restaurant with a high degree of competency and consistency
• Interact with guests during service, if working in a servery restaurant; engage and correct issues as they arise
• Ensure Manager is aware of guest comments and concerns
• Show advanced knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques to include baking, broiling, grilling, sauté, roasting, blanching
• Safely use a knife & be able to demonstrate consistency with knife cuts with the ability to instruct others on the safe and skillful use of a knife
• Safely operate and be able to train others on the operation of various kitchen equipment to include oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, immersion blender
• Assist with training new employees as requested by Restaurant Chef and Sous Chef
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Culinary School graduate preferred
• 2 years of progressive experience in a professional kitchen preferred
• Prior guest service experience preferred
• Ability to communicate and follow oral or written directions in English is required
• ServSafe or similar food safety course certification is preferred
• Ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level is required for employees of ski in / ski out restaurants in winter

Additional Information

Supervision Given and Received

Supervision Given : This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision Received : Works under direct supervision of Sous Chef or Chef De Cuisine. Tasks are assigned according to specific procedures, and work is checked frequently.

Instruction, advice and assistance are readily available.

Work Environment and 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 continually lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance
• This position, in certain locations, will require an employee to ski or snowboard

Job Benefits

This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits :

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• Employee Ski Pass
• 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.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com / employment / benefits-and-perks

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