Advanced Prep Cook

📍 Location: Snowmass Club | Snowmass Village, CO

👥 Reports To: Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, and Chef Tournant

📌 Supervises: None

📋 Classification: Non-Exempt

Are you passionate about cooking, teamwork, and creating exceptional dining experiences? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen, following recipes, and maintaining high standards of food quality and sanitation?

Snowmass Club is looking for a Line Cook who is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to preparing quality food while contributing to a positive kitchen environment.

🌟 What Guides Us

OUR MISSION – Inspire lasting memories and meaningful connections with all the comforts of home

OUR VISION – To be the Club of choice for work & play

OUR VALUES – Y.E.S.

✅ You Elevate Service – Excellence lives in the details

🤝 We Are One Team – Support each other and win together

🎭 Be A Host – Anticipate needs and create belonging

🌍 Embrace the Adventure – Stay curious and keep improving

✨ What You’ll Do

🤝 Leadership & Teamwork

• Promote a positive kitchen culture
• Work collaboratively with kitchen team members and supervisors
• Attend kitchen staff meetings and offer suggestions for improvements

🍳 Food Preparation & Kitchen Operations

• Prepare menu items in accordance with standard recipes and chef specifications for member and guest service
• Multitask and complete assigned responsibilities efficiently
• Work under minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and good sanitation practices
• Take inventory of items required for station setup and determine which items need preparation
• Requisition ingredients and supplies needed to produce menu items
• Notify the Sous Chef of anticipated shortages
• Follow proper food heating and cooling techniques
• Label and date all prepared items, utilizing FIFO (First In, First Out) practices

🛡️ Safety & Sanitation

• Ensure assigned work areas and equipment are clean and sanitary
• Set up, maintain, and break down the prep cook station
• Properly close the kitchen using the designated closing checklist
• Follow all state and local health and food safety regulations
• Follow all safety procedures when operating and cleaning kitchen machinery
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to perform required roles during emergency situations

🏆 Team Contribution

• Make recommendations for maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of the line prep area and equipment
• Assist with additional duties as assigned by the Sous Chef or other supervisors
• Contribute to a collaborative and professional kitchen environment

Qualifications

💼 What You Bring

• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions according to chef specifications
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of proper food handling, heating, cooling, and sanitation practices
• Understanding of FIFO inventory practices
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team

💪 Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, and reach as needed to perform kitchen duties
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry kitchen supplies and equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with exposure to heat, cold, and varying temperatures
• Ability to maintain focus and perform multiple tasks in a busy environment

🎁 Why You’ll Love It Here

Full-Time Benefits Include

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Sick Pay

All Employees Enjoy

Potential Housing

401(k)

60% Discount on RFTA Bus Passes

Restaurant Discounts

Retail Discounts

Free On-Site Parking

Employee Meal, Golf, Tennis, and Gym Usage

Employee Wellness Programs

📌 Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.