Kitchen & Laundry Mechanic Maintenance Engineer - The Little Nell

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel and offers luxury services and unparalleled access to America's most famous mountain town. A Relais & Châteaux resort, the Nell is frequently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts a variety of amenities, including two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy. The Little Nell is also home to the new The Nell Spa. During ski season, Nell guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens along with off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus, a pool, hot tub, and a newly renovated spa and health club. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards including being named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995, a AAA Five-Diamond hotel since 1991, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winner since 1997, recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants from Wine Enthusiast and frequently nominated for its Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation. The Nell will debut its first hotel outside of Aspen at Rockefeller Center in New York City in 2026. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. 

Summary 
The Kitchen & Laundry Mechanic Maintenance Engineer will conduct routine maintenance for kitchen and laundry equipment. Commercial kitchen equipment maintenance and repairs includes stoves, fryers, flattops, salamanders, ovens and all other types of equipment normally found in a commercial kitchen environment. Commercial laundry equipment maintenance and repairs includes commercial washers, driers and ironers and all other types of equipment normally found in a commercial laundry environment.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until October 27, 2024.

Essential Job Functions
•    Prioritize, organize and complete work orders
•    Locate price and order replacement parts as needed
•    Complete required paperwork in a timely and accurate fashion
•    Assists in the development and implementation of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program as it relates to laundry and kitchen assets
•    Able to work without direct supervision
•    Able to respond to emergency situations
•    Maintains a polite and courteous attitude toward hotel guests
•    Maintains a clear, uncluttered work area
•    Works closely and in coordination with refrigeration Mechanic
•    Assist in emergency and security procedures as directed by management
•    Perform a broad range of maintenance and repair duties in the hotel
•    Demonstrate leadership in instructing and performing routine maintenance on kitchen and laundry equipment
•    Complete tasks and projects delegated by your manager and assist other departments as business volumes and staff levels demand
•    Make Manager aware of guest's comments and complaints
•    Report to work in a neatly groomed and acceptable manner as outlined in the employee handbook
•    Report to shift on time
•    Comply with all policies and procedures for the Engineering Department, The Little Nell, and Aspen One
•    Is familiar with hotel fire and safety procedures

•    Properly trained and experience in commercial kitchen equipment maintenance and repair
•    Properly trained and experience in commercial laundry equipment maintenance and repairs
•    Holds advanced CPR and First Aid certificates or willing to receive training within six months
•    Possesses basic computer skills and knowledge of electrical and plumbing operations

Supervision Given and Received 
Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 
Received: Works under direct supervision of Director of Engineering. 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, 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 frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance
 
Job Benefits
This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.  
•    Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
•    Flexible Spending Account Programs
•    Life Insurance Programs
•    Paid Time Off Programs
•    Paid Leave Programs
•    401(k) Savings Plan
•    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.

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.

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