Prep Cook

Job Description

If you are passionate about cooking and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, we have an opportunity that may interest you. We are seeking a Prep Cook dedicated to consistently following the chef's precise instructions, keeping their stations organized for the menu, and preparing food items to meet our high standards. It's important to us that our Prep Cooks prioritize hygiene while setting up, preparing, and breaking down their station.

Location

Aspen, CO

Start Date

ASAP

Employment Type

Part Time

Schedule

Varies

Category

Culinary

Pay Rate

$25-$27/hour DOE

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong sense of ownership of culinary offerings provided by MOLLIE Aspen.
• Execute Culinary offerings with a high level of precision and care.
• Provide inspiration and creative influence on the culinary Team in keeping with MOLLIE Aspen Core Values.
• Assist Culinary management in all special projects, kitchen operations, and menu development.
• Maintain patron satisfaction by executing, evaluating, and auditing food, beverage, and service offerings.
• Maintain Company policies and standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Maintain effective communication with the culinary management team, FOH management team, and all staff.
• Maintain sanitation standards and procedures that comply with health and legal regulations with the advice of the Company.
• Absorb and assist in overseeing kitchen staff programming (service and hospitality standards) to ensure all duties are met and exceeded.
• Absorb and assist in the maintenance of the facility and provide opportunities for improvement.
• Work proactively with Event staff to execute all events to MOLLIE Aspen standards.
• Absorb and assist in training new team members.
• Provide leadership to the kitchen team in the absence of the Executive Chef and Sous Chef.
• Maintain a reasonable schedule with flexible availability.
• Maintain complete knowledge of products and specifications. This includes ingredients, descriptions, sourcing, brands, allergens, etc. Use heightened awareness on any allergy table, and work to code according to our allergy standards.
• Check in with any staff working in your respective space upon arrival. See if you can help before beginning your assigned duties.
• Comply with sanitation standards and procedures according to health and legal regulations.
• Maintain a reasonable schedule with flexible availability, including early or late nights, holidays, and time for staff meetings or tastings.
• Focus on continuing your education and into all facets of our operations, such as Kitchen, Service, Coffee, and Tea programs, to enhance customer service and advance your career. We prioritize investing in your education and development for success.
• Maintain inventory levels, monitor food costs, and implement efficient purchasing strategies to optimize kitchen performance.
• Implement and maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards in accordance with local regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as front-of-house staff and management, to create a seamless and exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain open lines of communication with the culinary team, management, and suppliers to address any operational or ingredient-related issues.

Operational Efficiency

Maintain inventory levels, monitor food costs, and implement efficient purchasing strategies to optimize kitchen performance. Implement and maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards in accordance with local regulations.

Collaboration and Communication

Collaborate with other departments, such as front-of-house staff and management, to create a seamless and exceptional dining experience. Maintain open lines of communication with the culinary team, management, and suppliers to address any operational or ingredient-related issues.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent guest service and problem-resolution skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Spanish language preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience

• 1-2 years of cooking experience preferred
• 1-2 years working in a hotel restaurant preferred
• Culinary degree a plus

Physical Demands

• See, hear, speak, reach, frequently lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, sit, stand for 4 to 8 hours, bend, and move intermittently during working hours.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Hotel Discounts
• Paid Sick, and Volunteer Days
• Employee Incentive Programs

Contact Information

• jobs@mollieaspen.com
• 970-989-9503

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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