Cook - On-Mountain Dining - Winter 26-27

The Cook prepares and cooks a variety of food items in accordance with established recipes, quality standards, and food safety guidelines. This role supports all aspects of kitchen operations, including preparation, production, and service, while maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The Cook works collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure consistency, efficiency, and high culinary standards.

Depending on experience, the Cook supports assigned stations, follows leadership direction in executing menu items, and helps ensure timely, high-quality service. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with inventory and training team members.

Cook levels (3, 2, and 1) will be assigned according to experience and competency.

This position reports to the Chef de Cuisine.

Pay Range

$21.50 - $25.50

Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until October 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 Winter Season.

Essential Job Functions / Key Job Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes and Chef specifications, ensuring consistency, quality, and proper portioning

Follow daily prep lists to ensure all items are prepared and ready for service

Set up, work, and break down assigned stations, including sauté, grill, or roasting as needed

Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment, including pre- and post-shift cleaning of kitchen equipment, storage areas, and workspaces

Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing food deliveries, dry goods, and kitchen supplies

Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic cleaning and maintenance as needed

Manage cooking times to support timely preparation and service, especially during peak periods

Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations and clear communication during service

Report any issues with food products, equipment, or work areas to a Chef or Sous Chef

Accurately complete assigned checklists and communicate production needs for the following shift

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards at all times

May support basic guest interaction in guest-facing environments and escalate feedback or concerns to leadership

Other duties as assigned

Education Requirements & Experience

Culinary degree or equivalent preferred

1 year of food preparation experience preferred

ServSafe or similar food safety course certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Proficient written and verbal communication English skills, Spanish a plus

Experience in guest facing roles

Knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques to include baking, broiling, grilling, sauté, roasting, blanching and more

Knowledge of food handling, safety and other restaurant guidelines

Knowledge of simple sauce and dressing

Excellent time management skills

Ability to work under stressful circumstances

Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks

Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner

Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, smell, taste, 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 frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance.

For this position 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 and Dependent Ski Passes

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.

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