Steward / Prep Cook - Winter 25-26

Aspen Skiing Company•Snowmass Village, CO

41d

About The Position

Steward / Prep Cook is responsible for cleaning and storing all flatware, silver, glass, kitchen trays, pots, pans according to the direction of the restaurant management team. The Steward / Prep Cook also assists in food preparation as requested. This role reports to the Chef de Cuisine.

Requirements

Ability to follow oral or written directions in basic English required
Knowledge of company policies and procedures
Familiarity with company rules, regulations, and operational standards
Basic industry terminology
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
Ability to do basic problem-solving
Ability to identify straightforward issues and propose simple solutions
Proficiency in communicating clearly both verbally and in writing to team members and customers
Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals
Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time
Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
Must be able to frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior work experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred
ServSafe or similar food safety course certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Scarpe, stack, and clean all dishes properly
Store dishes and silver in the designated locations
Set up cleaning area: put dish machine together properly, fil all water tanks, turn on heating elements to dish machine
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, participate in pre and post shift cleaning and organization to include but not limited to: kitchen equipment, walk in fridge/freezer storage, dry storage, trash, recycle, mopping, sweeping
Assist with storage of food deliveries
Clean kitchen walls, floors, loading docks, and other associated areas at the proper time
Disassemble, clean and re-assemble dishwasher prior to end of shift
Post appropriate caution signs when the floor is wet or being mopped to ensure highest level of safety
Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in clean orderly condition
Assist with preparing food items according to chef specifications
Follow daily preparation list to ensure items are ready for service
Report any problems with food product, kitchen equipment or work area to a Chef/Sous chef
Other duties as assigned.