Line Cook - Ajax Downtown

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, Limelight Hotels are contemporary properties set in the heart of authentic mountain and urban communities. Limelight Aspen, in downtown Aspen, Colorado, is just steps from the slopes and the downtown core. Limelight Ketchum is situated in Ketchum, Idaho, near the base of Sun Valley’s famed ski area, Bald Mountain, and within walking distance to the town’s shops and restaurants. Limelight Snowmass in Snowmass, Colorado is located adjacent to the Elk Camp Gondola with direct access to 3,362 acres of terrain. Limelight Denver opened in 2023, and two additional Limelight Hotels in Mammoth, California, and Boulder, Colorado, are slated to open in 2025. All Limelight properties are designed around the communities and activities where they are located. Learn more at www.LimelightHotels.com. 

Ajax Downtown is a new restaurant opening in August.  We are excited to be recruiting talented and motivated individuals for our opening team. The centerpiece of Ajax Downtown is the fire.  We work with a unique and signature dry aging program, local and seasonal produce and a live-fire Josper Grill and Oven.  The bar features craft cocktails, small-production local beers and a curated wine list. This is an atmosphere of creativity, collaboration and a strong desire to do the job right.  Ajax Downtown is located in the Limelight Hotel in downtown Denver. Limelight Hotels are contemporary properties set in the heart of authentic mountain and urban communities owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality. The current portfolio includes Limelight Hotel Aspen, Limelight Hotel Snowmass and Limelight Hotel Denver in Colorado; and the Limelight Hotel Ketchum near Sun Valley in Idaho.

Summary
The Line Cook participates and supervises in the preparation, production & service of menu items according to the direction of the Culinary Management Team. 

The hourly range for this position is $20.00-23.00.

Job Posting Deadline 
Applications for this position will be accepted until November 10, 2024.

Essential Job Functions
•    Show advanced knowledge of a variety of cooking techniques to include baking, broiling, grilling, sauté, roasting, blanching
•    Prepare & serve food items according to chef specification
•    Able to work any food station within the restaurant with a high degree of competency and consistency
•    Ensure the culinary management team is aware of guest comments and concerns
•    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 
•    Responsible for the safe handling of 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, recycling, mopping, sweeping 
•    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 member of culinary management
•    Assist with training new employees as requested by culinary management.
•    Other duties as assigned

• 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 

Supervision Given and Received  
Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Received: Works under direct supervision of Executive Chef. 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

Job Benefits
This position is categorized 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 - Vacation, Sick, Wellness, Personal Days (holidays) and Volunteer time
• Paid Leave Programs 
• 401(k) Savings Plan with match
• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes  
• RTD pass upon hire
• Pet Insurance
• Outdoor Pro Gear Discounts

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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