Cook 1 - Summer 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

With roots dating back to 1946, and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.  

Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram, Facebook, and X.  

Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the View email address on ziprecruiter.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. 

Job Description

The Cook 1 is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items following established recipes and safety standards. This position requires maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen while ensuring food is prepared in a timely manner and to the highest quality standards. The Cook 1 also assists in inventory management, employee training, and supports the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations. This position reports to the Chef de Cuisine. 

Job Posting Deadline  
Applications for this position will be accepted until June 15th, 2026, for the 2026 Summer Season.

Essential Job Functions 

• Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes, ensuring consistency and quality in all dishes 
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment, always adhering to sanitation and food safety standards 
• Assist with managing kitchen inventory, ensuring proper stock levels, and reporting shortages or discrepancies 
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic maintenance and cleaning as needed 
• Ensure accurate portion sizes and presentation of dishes to meet both quality standards and customer expectations 
• Safely operate and train others on the operation of various kitchen equipment including oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, and immersion blender  
• Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operation and effective communication during food service 
• Manage cooking times to ensure food is prepared and served in a timely manner, especially during peak hours 
• Follow all safety and health regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and cleaning procedures 
• Fill out checkout lists in the absence of a supervisor 
• Other duties as assigned 

 

Qualifications

Education Requirements & Experience  

• Culinary degree or equivalent preferred 
• 3 years of food preparation experience required 
• ServSafe or similar food safety course certification preferred 

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Proficient written and verbal communication English skills, Spanish a plus 
• Proficient knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques to include baking, broiling, grilling, sauté, roasting, blanching and more 
• Proficient experience in guest facing roles 
• Knowledge of food handling, safety and other restaurant guidelines 
• Knowledge of simple sauce and dressing  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Excellent time management skills 
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations whether they be customer or employee related 
• 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 

Additional Information

Work environment and physical demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time  
• Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces 
• Must be able to frequency lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

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 View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.         

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 -and-perks

 

 

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