Full-time Line/Prep Cook

Sage Hospitality•Denver, CO

1d•$20 - $20

About The Position

Your Inspiration for Unforgettable Experiences in Cherry Creek North. Welcome to Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel located in Denver's sophisticated Cherry Creek North shopping district. We cater to travelers desiring an elegant and inspirational stay and invite locals to enjoy the renowned Toro Latin Kitchen & Lounge restaurant. Take a seat and let the Latin American flavors at Toro transport you. In the tradition of South American convivial dining culture, Toro features a ceviche bar, small plates and fresh locally sourced ingredients. We are your inspiration for uncovering new experiences within our community, where boutique shopping and exquisite attractions are just steps away. Discover endless opportunities with Hotel Clio, the muse of Cherry Creek. At Hotel Clio, part of Sage Hospitality Group, we seek innovative leaders with a disruptive spirit, not just job seekers. We're looking for power players eager to rise to the top. Sage offers opportunities for growth and personal fulfillment, emphasizing the aspects that keep us human and happy. We aim to attract and retain associates engaged in our culture, passionate about hospitality, and excited to enrich lives one experience at a time. Founded on bold individuality, Sage has created some of the world’s best hotels, restaurants, and experiences, thanks to people like you who follow their own path, are eager to learn, and love their community. We embrace uniqueness in both guest experiences and team member treatment, fostering a community built on integrity, respect, innovation, and togetherness. Apply today and join us at Hotel Clio. You belong here! Application open until 03/17/2026 or until filled. Job Overview To ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks and ensure proper sanitation levels. Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent experience.
Minimum one-year food service or related work.
Requires an ability to work as a team member and an ability to communicate with kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

Check all items against the recipe cards, verify that use records are followed for all items served and that food is presented in an efficient, quality manner.
Monitor the line set up prior to all meal functions to ensure maximum efficiency during meal periods.
Monitor the equipment maintenance and kitchen "clean as you go" policy to ensure strict adherence.
Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.
Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.
Complete opening and closing checklists.
Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
Understands and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, walls grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems to chef on duty
Inform chef on duty immediately of product shortages.
Uses our Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products. Do not rely on the memory of yourself or other employees.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the chef or manager-on-duty.
Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
Date all food containers and rotate as per the BOH General Operating Procedures and Inventory SOPs, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
Clean up station and take care of leftover food
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
Report any safety issues to the chef on duty
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance
Health savings and flexible spending accounts
Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays
Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Great discounts on Marriott + Sage Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
One hot meal per-shift in associate cafetería
Discounted covered garage parking available for purchase
Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.