Restaurant Cook (Downtown)

Company DescriptionLimelight Hotels by Aspen One provide authentic and contemporary connections to their communities and the adventures that surround them. Each Limelight hotel is inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you and set in the heart of elevated and unique locations, each carefully designed with distinctive design and purposeful functionality, created to evoke a sense of place and a point of view. For more information, visit or follow @limelighthotel on X, Instagram or Facebook. Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the [email protected], aspen.The Cook II participates in the preparation, production & service of menu items according to the direction of their manager. The Cook II 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. Preferred work schedule and shift availability is full time in the evening from 2pm to 11pm.The pay range for this position is $22.00 to $24.00 per hour; Applications for this position will be accepted until July 12, 2026.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 standardized recipes and chef specifications
• Assist with storage of food deliveries
• Report any problems with food product, kitchen equipment or work area to a Chef/Sous chef
• Work a food station during service, including direct guest interaction if working in a guest facing restaurant
• Safely operate and train others on the operation of various kitchen equipment to include oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, immersion blender
• Ensure accurate portion sizes and presentation of dishes to meet both quality standards and customer expectations
• Manage cooking times to ensure food is prepared and served in a timely manner, especially during peak hours
• Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operation and effective communication during food service
• Culinary school graduate preferred
• One to two years of experience in a commercial kitchen preferred
• Serv Safe or similar food safety course certification is preferredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English - Spanish a plus
• 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
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations whether they be customer or employee related
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks
• Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner
• individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)Job Benefits

This position is categorized as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs

• Flexible Spending Account Programs
• Life Insurance Programs
• 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 click.appcast.io. 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. 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.

Job Classification: Full-Time Regular

Compensation: USD 22 - USD 24 - hourly