West End Social Cook 1 - $24- $35/hour

Salamander Collection•Aspen, CO

3d•$24 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook 1 prepares high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner according to established recipes and standards. The role supports the culinary team by maintaining a clean, organized workstation, following food-handling and safety practices, and helping provide an exceptional dining experience. The position operates in a fast-paced kitchen and requires teamwork, communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure during service.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school education or equivalent required.
Fluency in spoken, written, and read English required.
Ability to read recipes and follow their instructions.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for at least 8 hours per day, and work on one's feet for extended periods.
Ability to work in extreme temperatures, including freezers at -10°F and kitchens at +110°F, potentially for an hour or more.
Ability to handle knives, pots, display items, and kitchen machinery, and to grasp, lift, and carry items throughout the kitchen.
Ability to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 150 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to lift 30 pounds on a regular and continuing basis.

Nice To Haves

Certified cook or higher-level qualification preferred.
Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare food according to standardized recipes, presentation standards, and quality expectations.
Set up and break down the workstation based on par levels and production needs.
Ensure cooking equipment is clean, functioning, and ready for service.
Monitor station par levels and prepare additional items as needed to meet service demands.
Communicate production progress to the chef.
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper food handling, cleanliness, and completion of HACCP documentation.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Use proficient knife skills and kitchen equipment, and work independently on assigned stations.
Build professional working relationships with colleagues.
Attend meetings as required.

Benefits

One free meal in the employee dining room per shift.
Discounted rates at Salamander properties for full-time and part-time service professionals.
Free gym usage for full-time and part-time service professionals.
Free onsite parking.
Free winter ski pass for full-time service professionals, or a bonus for full-time employees who opt out of the pass.
50% restaurant food and beverage discount.
25% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages in the café.
On-site We-cycle program.
Monthly service professional recognition program.
Employee referral benefits eligibility.
Annual recognition program with a live DJ and raffles.
Winter discounted-rate employee housing may be available.
Service Professional pet policy.
Discounted tennis and pickleball rates.
On-site hiking trails and organized outdoor activities.
Housing options may be available.
Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage for full-time employees after 90 days, with an employee contribution.
Employer-provided basic life insurance and basic AD&D coverage after 90 days.
401(k) eligibility for full-time employees after 90 days; part-time employees may qualify after two consecutive years working at least 500 hours.
401(k) match of $0.50 per $1.00 contributed, up to 6%, with a five-year vesting period.