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The Little Nell

Cook II - Element 47 - Winter

The Little Nell, Aspen, Colorado, us, 81612

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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 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 named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995, a AAA Five-Star hotel since 1991, and a Wine Spectator Grand Award winner since 1997, among other accolades. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell 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 following domains: notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com, thelittlenell.com.

Job Description Position Summary

The Cook II participates in the preparation, production and service of menu items according to the direction of their Manager. 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 November 16, 2025.

Essential Job Functions / Key Job Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, participate in pre- and post-shift cleaning and organization, including kitchen equipment, walk-in fridge/freezer storage, dry storage, trash, recycling, mopping, and sweeping

Prepare and 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 a Chef/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 including oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, immersion blender

Ensure accurate portion sizes and presentation of dishes to meet 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

Qualifications Education & Experience Requirements

Culinary School graduate preferred

1-2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen preferred

ServSafe or similar food safety certification is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Proficient written and verbal English; Spanish a plus

Knowledge of various 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, whether 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

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 or 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 the following benefits. Enrollment dates differ across the programs.

Paid Time Off Programs

Paid Leave Programs

Employee Ski Pass

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.

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Customer Service

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Hospitality

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