Sous Chef - Limelight Ketchum

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, Limelight Hotels are your home base in the places you want to explore most. The contemporary properties are set in the heart of authentic outdoor and urban communities, and each hotel is deeply connected to its surroundings – offering a unique adventure for every guest. The guest experience is an intentional journey and the elevated, yet unpretentious nature of the stay allows guests to feel nurtured and at ease. A constant across all properties is a commitment to sustainability, unmatched hospitality, and access to an Adventure Concierge to ensure a memorable stay. Limelight’s pet-friendly hotels are located in Aspen, Colorado, just steps from the downtown core; Snowmass, Colorado, offering ski-in/ski-out access to the mountain; Ketchum, Idaho, near the base of Sun Valley’s famed ski area and walking distance to town; and in Downtown Denver, Colorado, adjacent to Union Station. Two new Limelight Hotels are slated to open in Mammoth, California, and Boulder, Colorado in 2025. Learn more at www.LimelightHotels.com.

Summary
The Sous Chef’s (Overtime Eligible Manager) responsibility is to assist the Chef with daily restaurant operations. This position will require full coverage of the Chef’s responsibilities during their absence.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until December 1, 2024.

Essential Job Functions
•    Responsible for the safe handling of food product according to applicable health codes and laws
•    Maintain and promote proper food safety and handling protocol
•    Maintain a safe & clean work environment
•    Coordinate the arrival and storage of incoming product
•    Complete and assign daily production and preparation lists
•    Contribute to the creation of fresh and innovative daily specials
•    Work as an active participant on the service line as required, prepping and serving food items according to chef specifications
•    Communicate with restaurant management as needed to provide menu and pricing information
•    Communicate with Chef regarding the daily inventory and ordering process
•    Assist Chef with financial, scheduling and ordering responsibilities as required
•    Oversee daily kitchen closing and cleaning procedures to include walk-ins and freezers
•    Responsible for all aspects of the restaurant in the Chef’s absence
•    Complete and submit an accurate monthly inventory
•    Act as a coach to address any performance issues and document the same
•    Responsible for proper payroll procedure
•    Managing People - Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates skills and encourages growth
•    Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external)
•    Other duties as assigned

•    Must be 18 years or older
•    3 years of progressive experience in a culinary environment with guest service required
•    Culinary degree preferred
•    Ability to positively lead and motivate a team preferred
•    Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Office preferred
•    Knowledge of purchasing preferred
•    ServSafe or similar food safety course certification is preferred
•    Excellent written and spoken English, Spanish is an advantage
•    Ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level is required for employees of ski in/ski out restaurants in winter

Supervision Given and Received
Given: Exercises general supervision over kitchen staff. Assigns a variety of routine tasks, sets general expectations of results expected within company’s policies and procedures. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Received: Works under general supervision of the Restaurant Chef. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor’s directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins.

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
•    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.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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