Cook I - Ajax Tavern
Position Summary
The Cook I is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of food items following established recipes and safety standards. This position requires maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen while ensuring food is prepared in a timely manner and to the highest quality standards. The Cook I also assists in inventory management, employee training and supports the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations. This position reports to the Executive Chef.
Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes, ensuring consistency and quality in all dishes
Maintain an organized and clean work environment, always adhering to sanitation and food safety standards
Aid in managing kitchen inventory, ensuring proper stock levels, and reporting shortages or discrepancies
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, performing basic maintenance and cleaning as needed
Ensure accurate portion sizes and presentation of dishes to meet both quality standards and customer expectations
Safely operate and train others on the operation of various kitchen equipment to include oven, grill, flattop, soup kettles, slicers, robo-coupe, immersion blender
Work closely with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operation and effective communication during food service
Manage cooking times to ensure food is prepared and served in a timely manner, especially during peak hours
Follow all safety and health regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and cleaning procedures
Fill out checkout lists in absence of supervisor
Qualifications
Culinary degree or equivalent preferred
3 years of food preparation experience required
ServSafe or similar food safety course certification preferred
Job Benefits
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Life Insurance Programs
Paid Time Off Programs
Paid Leave Programs
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
Other company perks
Additional Information
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, smell, taste, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)
Job Benefits
This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Life Insurance Programs
Paid Time Off Programs
Paid Leave Programs
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
Other company perks
Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.
E-Verify Participation
Aspen One participates in E-Verify. E-Verify & Right to Work Poster