Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$28/hr
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Food Preparation, Cooking Techniques, Food Safety, Inventory Management, Kitchen Equipment Operation
Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Food Delivery, Guest Service, Communication, Time Management, Multitasking
Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Food Delivery, Customer Service, Time Management, Multitasking, Communication
Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Guest Service, Food and Beverage Knowledge, Order Accuracy, Communication Skills, Time Management
Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Bar Setup and Breakdown, Food and Beverage Service, Inventory Stocking, Table Bussing, Wine Knowledge
Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$24/hr
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Room Inspection, Cleaning Procedures, Attention To Detail, Time Management, Sanitization
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$23/hr
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Housekeeping, Sanitation Standards, Chemical Handling, Linen Care, Bed-making
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$24/hr
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Food Preparation, Cooking Techniques, Food Safety, Kitchen Equipment Operation, Time Management
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Night Audit Processing, Financial Reconciliation, Guest Relations, Front Desk Operations, Problem Solving
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Mixology, Guest Service, Cash Handling, Credit Card Processing, Wine Knowledge
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Customer Service, POS Systems, Upselling, Food Handling, Sanitation Safety
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Customer Service, POS Systems, Food Handling, Upselling, Multitasking
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Night Audit Processing, Financial Reconciliation, Guest Relations, Front Desk Operations, Problem Solving
Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$24/hr
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Room Inspection, Cleaning Procedures, Attention To Detail, Time Management, Sanitization
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
$100k–$120k/yr
Company Description ABOUT ASPEN SKIING COMPANY With roots dating back to 1946, Aspen Skiing Company, a division of Aspen One, owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. In…
Skills: Restaurant Management, Financial Acumen, Team Leadership, Customer Service, P&L Management
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
$100k–$115k/yr
Company Description ABOUT ASPEN SKIING COMPANY With roots dating back to 1946, Aspen Skiing Company, a division of Aspen One, owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. In…
Skills: Restaurant Management, Financial Acumen, Team Leadership, Budgeting, P&L Management
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Limelight 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, d…
Skills: Mixology, Guest Service, Cash Handling, Credit Card Processing, Wine Knowledge
Snowmass Village, Colorado, United States · On-site
$32/hr–$56/hr
Company Description With roots dating back to 1946 and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk—creating premium, sustainabl…
Skills: Ski Instruction, Guest Service, Child Development, Risk Management, Lesson Planning
Snowmass Village, Colorado, United States · On-site
$32/hr–$56/hr
Company Description With roots dating back to 1946 and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk—creating premium, sustainabl…
Skills: Snowboarding Instruction, Guest Service, Risk Management, Child Development, Motor Skill Learning
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
Company Description Residences at The Little Nell offer exquisite private mountainside homes and guest rooms situated at the base of Aspen Mountain. Owners and rental guests enjoy exceptional personal service delivered b…
Skills: Staff Training, Employee Management, Room Inspection, Conflict Resolution, Performance Evaluation
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Responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items according to standardized recipes while maintaining high quality and safety standards. The role also involves managing kitchen inventory, training employees, and ensuring a clean, organized work environment.
Requires at least 3 years of food preparation experience and proficiency in various cooking techniques. A culinary degree and ServSafe certification are preferred.
Limelight 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.
Current locations include those across Colorado in Aspen, Snowmass, Denver, and Boulder (opened August 2025); Ketchum, Idaho; Mammoth, California (opened December 2025); and Charleston, South Carolina (coming in 2028).
For more information, visit www.limelighthotels.com 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 , aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains.
Position Summary
The Cook I 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 I also assists in inventory management, employee training and supports the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations. This position reports to the Executive Chef.
The pay range for this position is $24.00 to $28.80 per hour; actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience.
Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until July 12, 2026.
Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
• 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 to include oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, 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 absence of supervisor
• Other duties as assigned
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
Work Environment & Physical Demands
• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, smell, taste, 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 occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)
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.
For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks
Aspen One participates in E-Verify.
The hospitality division of Aspen One, featuring a portfolio of hotels, residences and private clubs.
Aspen Hospitality, a division of Aspen One, develops, owns, and operates a growing portfolio of luxury and upper-scale hotels, private clubs, and branded residential properties under The Nell and Limelight brands. This includes The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond ski-in/ski-out hotel and its affiliated Residences located at the base of Aspen Mountain, as well as a new Nell property currently in development at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Aspen Hospitality’s Limelight hotels are located across Colorado, with locations in Aspen, Snowmass, and Denver, and in Ketchum, Idaho. Two new Limelight hotels will also open in 2025 in Boulder, Colorado and Mammoth, California. Aspen Hospitality also owns and operates the Aspen Mountain Club, Snowmass Mountain Club, and Mammoth Lakes Mountain Club. For more information, visit www.aspenhospitality.co.
Offices: 675 E Durant Ave, Aspen, Colorado 81611, US · 355 S Monarch St, Aspen, Colorado 81611, US · 65 Wood Rd, Snowmass Village, Colorado 81615, US · 151 S Main St, Ketchum, Idaho 83340, US · 501 E Dean St, Aspen, Colorado 81611, US
View all jobs at Aspen HospitalityThe hospitality division of Aspen One, featuring a portfolio of hotels, residences and private clubs.
Aspen Hospitality, a division of Aspen One, develops, owns, and operates a growing portfolio of luxury and upper-scale hotels, private clubs, and branded residential properties under The Nell and Limelight brands. This includes The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond ski-in/ski-out hotel and its affiliated Residences located at the base of Aspen Mountain, as well as a new Nell property currently in development at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Aspen Hospitality’s Limelight hotels are located across Colorado, with locations in Aspen, Snowmass, and Denver, and in Ketchum, Idaho. Two new Limelight hotels will also open in 2025 in Boulder, Colorado and Mammoth, California. Aspen Hospitality also owns and operates the Aspen Mountain Club, Snowmass Mountain Club, and Mammoth Lakes Mountain Club. For more information, visit www.aspenhospitality.co.
Offices: 675 E Durant Ave, Aspen, Colorado 81611, US · 355 S Monarch St, Aspen, Colorado 81611, US · 65 Wood Rd, Snowmass Village, Colorado 81615, US · 151 S Main St, Ketchum, Idaho 83340, US · 501 E Dean St, Aspen, Colorado 81611, US
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