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Company Overview
The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel, featuring luxurious amenities, personalized service, breathtaking mountain views, renowned dining, spacious accommodations, and unparalleled access to America’s most famous mountain town. A Relais & Châteaux resort, The Little Nell is consistently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy. The new Spa at The Little Nell is rooted in ‘The Aspen Idea’ - a holistic lifestyle philosophy that integrates mind, body, and spirit. During ski season, guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens, off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus a pool, hot tub and health center year-round. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards for decades including Forbes Five-Star (since 1995), AAA Five-Diamond (since 1991), Wine Spectator Grand Award (since 1997), and other recognitions. A new Nell hotel outside Aspen will open at Rockefeller Center in 2027. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on social channels. Official communications from Talent Acquisition or Human Resources will come from approved domains.
Job Description
Position Summary The Aspen Mountain Club Sous Chef assists in managing kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and high-quality food production. They supervise and train kitchen staff, maintain food safety standards, and assist with inventory management. The Sous Chef also steps in to lead the kitchen during the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine’s absence, ensuring consistent and efficient execution of culinary tasks. This position reports to the Chef de Cuisine. The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $78,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all salaried roles are eligible for bonus. Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until October 31, 2025 Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service during all shifts Assist the Executive Chef with menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal adjustments Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure it meets the restaurant's standards and guest expectations Maintain inventory control, order supplies, and manage food storage to minimize waste and ensure freshness Enforce kitchen safety and sanitation practices, ensuring compliance with health regulations and cleanliness standards Act as restaurant chef in the absence of Chef de Cuisine Develop, train, supervise, and coordinate with line staff to achieve assigned tasks Maintain and promote proper food safety and handling protocols Communicate with Chef de Cuisine regarding daily inventory and ordering process Cook and prepare food to order Work as an active participant on the service line as required Help maintain cleanliness guidelines for all kitchen production, walk-ins, and storage areas Other duties as assigned Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements Culinary degree or equivalent work experience required ServSafe certification required Minimum 2 years of management experience in a fine dining restaurant environment required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of purchasing food and beverage required Knowledge of high-volume production Familiarity with menu costing, inventory, and ordering In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment Strong understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation standards Excellent leadership and team management skills for supervising kitchen staff Strong time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and multitask effectively Ability to create and innovate recipes and adjust menus based on seasonality and guest preferences Ability to maintain a high level of quality control and consistency in food preparation and presentation Ability to understand written and spoken English; Spanish a plus Additional Information
Work Environment & Physical Demands Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions and may walk on slippery surfaces Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs Job Benefits This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits. Enrollment dates vary across programs. Paid Time Off Programs Paid Leave Programs Employee Ski Pass Other company perks The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to perform essential functions. Aspen One participates in E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Hospitality Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Little Nell by 2x Get notified about new Sous Chef jobs in Aspen, CO.
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The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel, featuring luxurious amenities, personalized service, breathtaking mountain views, renowned dining, spacious accommodations, and unparalleled access to America’s most famous mountain town. A Relais & Châteaux resort, The Little Nell is consistently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy. The new Spa at The Little Nell is rooted in ‘The Aspen Idea’ - a holistic lifestyle philosophy that integrates mind, body, and spirit. During ski season, guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens, off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus a pool, hot tub and health center year-round. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards for decades including Forbes Five-Star (since 1995), AAA Five-Diamond (since 1991), Wine Spectator Grand Award (since 1997), and other recognitions. A new Nell hotel outside Aspen will open at Rockefeller Center in 2027. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on social channels. Official communications from Talent Acquisition or Human Resources will come from approved domains.
Job Description
Position Summary The Aspen Mountain Club Sous Chef assists in managing kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and high-quality food production. They supervise and train kitchen staff, maintain food safety standards, and assist with inventory management. The Sous Chef also steps in to lead the kitchen during the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine’s absence, ensuring consistent and efficient execution of culinary tasks. This position reports to the Chef de Cuisine. The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $78,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all salaried roles are eligible for bonus. Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until October 31, 2025 Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service during all shifts Assist the Executive Chef with menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal adjustments Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure it meets the restaurant's standards and guest expectations Maintain inventory control, order supplies, and manage food storage to minimize waste and ensure freshness Enforce kitchen safety and sanitation practices, ensuring compliance with health regulations and cleanliness standards Act as restaurant chef in the absence of Chef de Cuisine Develop, train, supervise, and coordinate with line staff to achieve assigned tasks Maintain and promote proper food safety and handling protocols Communicate with Chef de Cuisine regarding daily inventory and ordering process Cook and prepare food to order Work as an active participant on the service line as required Help maintain cleanliness guidelines for all kitchen production, walk-ins, and storage areas Other duties as assigned Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements Culinary degree or equivalent work experience required ServSafe certification required Minimum 2 years of management experience in a fine dining restaurant environment required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of purchasing food and beverage required Knowledge of high-volume production Familiarity with menu costing, inventory, and ordering In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment Strong understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation standards Excellent leadership and team management skills for supervising kitchen staff Strong time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and multitask effectively Ability to create and innovate recipes and adjust menus based on seasonality and guest preferences Ability to maintain a high level of quality control and consistency in food preparation and presentation Ability to understand written and spoken English; Spanish a plus Additional Information
Work Environment & Physical Demands Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions and may walk on slippery surfaces Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs Job Benefits This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits. Enrollment dates vary across programs. Paid Time Off Programs Paid Leave Programs Employee Ski Pass Other company perks The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to perform essential functions. Aspen One participates in E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Hospitality Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Little Nell by 2x Get notified about new Sous Chef jobs in Aspen, CO.
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