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: Food Preparation, Cooking Techniques, Food Safety, Kitchen Equipment Operation, Time 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: Food Preparation, Cooking Techniques, Food Safety, Kitchen Equipment Operation, Time Management
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
$60k–$75k/yr
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: Kitchen Management, Menu Planning, Recipe Development, Inventory Control, Food Safety
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
$65k–$75k/yr
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: Catering Sales, Event Management, Wedding Planning, Contract Negotiation, Client Relationship 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: Customer Service, Food Safety, Hygiene Standards, Organizational Skills, Time 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: Customer Service, Food Safety, Hygiene Standards, Buffet Management, Communication Skills
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, Wine Knowledge, Cash Handling, Credit Card Processing
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: Customer Service, POS Systems, Upselling, Food Handling, Sanitation Safety
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
$85k–$95k/yr
Job Description: The Executive Chef is responsible for all culinary activities for the restaurant. This position will oversee all activity in the kitchen, train personnel, plan menus, oversee product purchasing and manag…
Skills: Kitchen Management, Menu Planning, Budget Management, Staff Training, Food Safety
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, Budgeting, P&L Management, Team Leadership
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems. Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles. Set up and maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar unit, tabl…
Skills: Mixology, Drink Preparation, Guest Service, Cash Handling, Inventory Management
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY Serve food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests. Set tables according to type of event and service standards. Answer questions on menu selections. Communicate with the kitchen regarding menu questio…
Skills: Food Service, Alcohol Beverage Service, Customer Service, MICROS System, Table Setting
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY Complete closing duties, including storing all reusable goods, breaking down goods, cleaning all equipment and areas, returning equipment to proper locations, locking refrigerators, restocking items, tur…
Skills: Guest Relations, Cleaning Procedures, Telephone Etiquette, Time Management, Teamwork
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and food prep checklists. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use. Saf…
Skills: Pastry Preparation, Food Safety, Baking, Portion Control, Sanitation
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY Prepare drink orders for guests according to specified recipes using measuring systems. Issue, open, and serve wine/champagne bottles. Set up and maintain cleanliness and condition of bar, bar unit, tabl…
Skills: Drink Preparation, Mixology, Cash Handling, Guest Service, Inventory Management
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recip…
Skills: Food Preparation, Cooking, Kitchen Safety, Portion Control, Recipe Adherence
Aspen, Colorado, United States · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY Serve food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests. Set tables according to type of event and service standards. Answer questions on menu selections. Communicate with the kitchen regarding menu questio…
Skills: Food Service, Alcohol Beverage Service, Customer Service, MICROS System, Table Setting
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
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The Cook II is responsible for preparing and serving menu items according to standardized recipes and chef specifications. They must maintain a clean, sanitary work environment and manage cooking times to ensure high-quality service during peak hours.
Preferred candidates are culinary school graduates with 1-2 years of commercial kitchen experience and ServSafe certification. Proficiency in various cooking techniques and the ability to work in a high-stress, physically demanding environment are required.
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 II participates in the preparation, production, and service of menu items according to the direction of the Chef de Cuisine. 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. This position reports to the Chef De Cuisine.
Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until July 19, 2026.
Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
• 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
• 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 the Chef De Cuisine/Sous chef
• Work a food station during service, including direct guest interaction if working in a guest facing restaurant
• Ensure Manager is aware of guest comments and concerns
• 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
• Other duties as assigned
Education & Experience Requirements
• Culinary School graduate preferred
• 1-2 year(s) of experience in a commercial kitchen preferred
• ServSafe or similar food safety course certification is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Proficient written and verbal communication English skills, Spanish a plus
• Proficient experience in guest facing roles
• 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
• 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
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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
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