Costilla Lodge - Line Cook (Spring 2027)

Turner Enterprises • Raton, NM

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook at Costilla Lodge prepares and presents high-quality meals in an intimate, remote luxury hospitality setting. Under the guidance of the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs, this role supports daily culinary operations while maintaining high standards for food quality, presentation, and sanitation. The position requires strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently execute assigned menu items while working with a small culinary team. The Line Cook helps create personalized guest dining experiences, keeps kitchen workspaces organized, and supports efficient, timely meal service.

The role is seasonal and hourly, with positions anticipated to begin in May 2027. The employee is required to live at Costilla Lodge, a remote property approximately 70 miles from Raton, New Mexico. Company dorm-style housing may be available, subject to availability, and may involve sharing a room. Employees should be comfortable living and working in an isolated mountain environment with limited access to services and must arrange their own transportation to and from Raton for personal supplies.

Requirements

• At least two to three years of professional cooking experience in a restaurant, lodge, or hospitality environment.
• 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.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as operational needs require.
• If operating vehicles is required for the position, possess a valid driver's license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment; driving record must meet Company and insurer standards.
• Provide documentation establishing identity and employment authorization within three days of hire, pursuant to federal law.
• Ability and willingness to live and work in a remote mountain environment at Costilla Lodge.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting or moving up to 60 pounds and standing for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Culinary degree or formal culinary training.
• Experience 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 menu items according to approved recipes, preparation guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Execute assigned cooking stations efficiently while maintaining consistent food quality, appropriate temperatures, and timely meal service.
• Complete food preparation tasks, including washing, chopping, peeling, portioning, weighing, and measuring ingredients.
• Prepare, portion, cook, and present dishes to Vermejo's luxury hospitality standards.
• Monitor food quality during preparation and service, check cooking temperatures, and adjust preparation techniques as needed.
• Prepare meals that accommodate guest dietary restrictions, food allergies, and special requests while following food safety procedures.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment and culinary tools safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Assist with inventory management, food storage, labeling, stock rotation, and food-waste reduction.
• Complete daily kitchen setup, breakdown, cleaning, and sanitation duties.
• Communicate and collaborate with culinary team members to support efficient workflow, timely service, and guest experiences.
• Independently execute assigned menu items while meeting established quality and service standards.
• Support special dining experiences, guest requests, and additional culinary preparation as needed.
• 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 may be available in single- or double-bedroom dorm-style rooms, subject to availability.

What This Job Offers

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