The Little Nell
Company Description
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 offers two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy, a new Spa, and year-round amenities including a pool and health center. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards, including Forbes Five-Star since 1995 and AAA Five-Star since 1991. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on X, Instagram or Facebook. Official communications from Talent Acquisition or Human Resources are sent from domains such as notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com and thelittlenell.com.
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 Chef de Cuisine.
Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until November 16, 2025.
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, 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 quality standards and customer expectations
Safely operate and train others on the operation of kitchen equipment (oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, immersion blender)
Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operation and effective communication during 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
Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements
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 English skills; Spanish a plus
Proficient knowledge of cooking techniques including baking, broiling, grilling, sauté, roasting, blanching, and more
Knowledge of food handling, safety and restaurant guidelines
Knowledge of simple sauces and dressings
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent time management skills
Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations involving customers or employees
Ability to work under stressful circumstances
Ability to adapt quickly to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks
Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve team goals
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; may walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
Occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs
Job Benefits
This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for benefits such as:
Paid Time Off Programs
Paid Leave Programs
Employee Ski Pass
Other company perks
Equal Employment Opportunity
Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). We value inclusion, equity and diversity across the employee experience. E-Verify participation and rights to work information are provided where required.
Note
For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks. E-Verify and Right to Work Poster information is provided where required.
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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 offers two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy, a new Spa, and year-round amenities including a pool and health center. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards, including Forbes Five-Star since 1995 and AAA Five-Star since 1991. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on X, Instagram or Facebook. Official communications from Talent Acquisition or Human Resources are sent from domains such as notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com and thelittlenell.com.
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 Chef de Cuisine.
Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until November 16, 2025.
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, 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 quality standards and customer expectations
Safely operate and train others on the operation of kitchen equipment (oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, immersion blender)
Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operation and effective communication during 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
Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements
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 English skills; Spanish a plus
Proficient knowledge of cooking techniques including baking, broiling, grilling, sauté, roasting, blanching, and more
Knowledge of food handling, safety and restaurant guidelines
Knowledge of simple sauces and dressings
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent time management skills
Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations involving customers or employees
Ability to work under stressful circumstances
Ability to adapt quickly to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks
Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve team goals
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; may walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
Occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs
Job Benefits
This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for benefits such as:
Paid Time Off Programs
Paid Leave Programs
Employee Ski Pass
Other company perks
Equal Employment Opportunity
Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). We value inclusion, equity and diversity across the employee experience. E-Verify participation and rights to work information are provided where required.
Note
For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks. E-Verify and Right to Work Poster information is provided where required.
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