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The Little Nell

Jr. Sous Chef - Element 47

The Little Nell, Aspen, Colorado, us, 81612


Budgeted pay rate minimum (actual pay may be adjusted based on experience): $29.00Job category: The Little NellSeason: Year RoundJob Classification: Full-Time RegularCompany Description

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel and offers luxury services and unparalleled access to America's most famous mountain town. A Relais & Châteaux resort, the Nell is frequently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts a variety of amenities, including two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy. The Little Nell is also home to the new The Nell Spa. During ski season, Nell guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens along with off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus, a pool, hot tub, and a newly renovated spa and health club. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards including being named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995, a AAA Five-Diamond hotel since 1991, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winner since 1997, recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants from Wine Enthusiast and frequently nominated for its Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation.Job Description

SummaryThe Jr. Sous Chef will assist in maintaining smooth operations of the kitchen during assigned shift. Ensures food is prepared according to Executive Chef's specifications and assists in training line staff to the Hotel/Kitchen standards. Responsible for the kitchen operations in the absence of the Chef on duty.Job Posting DeadlineApplications for this position will be accepted until July 30, 2024.Essential Job Functions• Set up his/her own station and mise en place to Executive Chef Specifications and recipes• Cook and prepare food to order on a daily basis• Properly store all mise en place and submit production needs for the following day by shift end• Work all stations as required• Develop and train line staff including externs to standard performance level• Assure safe and clean work conditions for all personnel• Communicate with the Sous Chef on duty to assure proper service according to his assigned shift• Report to work on time in a neatly groomed and acceptable manner as outlined in the employee handbook• Be a role model to others• Remind our team that special orders are the reason we get a paycheck• Follow all policies and procedures for the Food and Beverage Department, The Little Nell and Aspen Ski Company• Expedite Lunch or Dinner service from inside the line as needed• Supervise and coordinate the line crew to achieve assigned tasks according to Ajax Kitchen standards• Maintain cleanliness guidelines for all kitchen production, walk-ins and storage areas• Attend department meetings as required• Communicate and report any mechanical problems with the Engineering Department or Sous Chef• Discuss and make Chef on duty aware of guest’s comments or complaints• Assist in daily inventories as needed• Familiarize with Hotel fire, safety and health procedures. Assist in emergency and security procedures as directed by management• Complete special tasks and projects assigned by the chef and assist others in the Food and Beverage Division as business volumes and staff levels demand• Maintain a 100% satisfaction rate and take full responsibility for food quality• Attend assigned management training classes• Diligent and economical use of labor and product• Check daily the quality and level of all line station mise en place• Learn to read a P&L, and understand the dynamics of labor and food cost management• Assist culinary team in achieving labor and food budgets.Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent• Five years culinary experience• Culinary degree or equivalentAdditional Information

Supervision Given and ReceivedGiven: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.Received: Works under direct supervision of the Chef de Cuisine. Tasks are assigned according to specific procedures, and work is checked frequently. Instruction, advice and assistance are readily available.Work Environment and 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 frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance.Job BenefitsThis position is categorized as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:• 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.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen Skiing Company, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 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.This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.Aspen Skiing Company / ASPENX / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.

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