Costilla Lodge - Breakfast Cook (Spring 2027)

Turner Enterprises • Raton, NM

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Breakfast Cook at Costilla Lodge prepares and presents high-quality breakfast meals while maintaining standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation, and timely service. This hands-on role executes assigned breakfast preparation and cooking responsibilities in an intimate, remote luxury hospitality setting, keeps kitchen workspaces organized, and collaborates with the culinary team to provide personalized guest dining experiences. The cook also prepares ingredients and supports upcoming meal services while following food-safety procedures and established service standards.

This is a seasonal, hourly, non-exempt, non-benefits-eligible position anticipated to begin in May 2027. The employee will live at Costilla Lodge, approximately 70 miles from Raton, New Mexico, and must be comfortable working and living in an isolated mountain environment with limited access to shopping, dining, and other services. Company dorm-style housing is available subject to availability; room sharing may be required. Employees must arrange their own transportation to and from Raton for personal supplies.

Requirements

• At least two years of professional cooking experience in a restaurant, lodge, or hospitality environment.
• Experience preparing breakfast menu items and executing morning meal service.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and proper knife handling.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and applicable health codes.
• Ability to follow recipes, maintain consistent food quality, and work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Availability to work early morning shifts, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as operational needs require.
• If vehicle operation is required, must have a valid driver's license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment, and have a driving record that meets Company and insurer standards.
• Must provide documentation establishing identity and employment authorization within three days of hire.
• Must be comfortable living and working in a remote mountain environment.
• Must be able to meet the listed physical demands, including standing for extended periods and lifting or moving up to 60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Culinary degree or formal culinary training.
• Experience working in a luxury hotel, resort, or lodge.
• Experience preparing meals in a remote or small-team culinary environment.
• Current ServSafe Food Handler certification or equivalent food-safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast menu items according to approved recipes, preparation guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Execute breakfast service efficiently while maintaining food quality, appropriate temperatures, and timely meal delivery.
• Prepare breakfast items such as eggs, breakfast meats, baked goods, and fruits.
• Set up and organize breakfast stations, equipment, and ingredients before service.
• Wash, chop, peel, portion, weigh, and measure ingredients for daily food preparation.
• Monitor food quality, cooking temperatures, portion sizes, and presentation during preparation and service.
• Prepare meals that accommodate dietary restrictions, food allergies, and special requests while following food-safety procedures.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Assist with inventory management, food storage, labeling, stock rotation, and minimizing food waste.
• Prepare ingredients and complete additional prep work to support lunch, dinner, and other culinary operations as needed.
• Communicate and collaborate with culinary team members to support efficient workflow, timely service, and positive guest experiences.
• Independently execute assigned breakfast items while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Complete daily kitchen setup, breakdown, cleaning, and sanitation responsibilities.
• Follow Company and Reserve policies, food-safety standards, and kitchen procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive wages with applicable gratuities.
• Access to amenities and outdoor adventures, subject to Company policies and availability.
• Opportunity to live and work in a natural environment.
• Company housing is available subject to availability; single- or double-bedroom dorm-style accommodations may involve sharing a room.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed