Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.

Job Title: Cook: Beginner

Job Status: Seasonal

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $17.50 to $19.20+, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience

• Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts.  Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.   

Job Summary:

• An entry level position requiring a positive work ethic.

• Adheres to Culinary Guidelines.

• Has the ability to learn and understand the importance of: personal hygiene, safe food handling practices, and basic culinary skills.

• In charge of setting up food station, working station during café hours and breaking down station in efficient manner.

• Assists in all aspects of operation, including cashiering, dishwashing, food prep and other necessary job functions

• Requires supervision

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares various foods under supervision for cafe.

• Follows prep sheets accurately and with a sense of urgency.

• Will attend equipment training and practice those techniques.

• Reads, understands, and follows recipes and standards.

• Rotates product and keeps a clean station.

• Demonstrate teamwork and co-operation with other staff

• Completes any reasonable task assigned by supervisor.

• Assists all aspects of operation through dishwashing, cleaning, re-stocking and any other essential duties

• Works a food station during service, cooking for, conversing with and assisting guests

• Assists with overall restroom cleanliness and duties when needed

Guest Service Duties:

• Converses with guests and answers any questions they may have about available food products

• Offers suggestions and assists operation through upselling

Other Duties as Assigned:

• This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others. 

• Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees.  Upholds the most professional image.  Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.

• This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes.

Personal Attributes:

• Is honest and has the highest integrity 

• Is able to handle and manage confidential information 

• Professional appearance. Adheres to all grooming guidelines 

• Follows established policies and procedures 

• Is supportive of Core Values 

• Sets the example for others and is above reproach 

• Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules. 

• Is organized in tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues. 

• Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment 

• Is flexible with hours and days of work 

• Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week 

• Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life 

Basic Requirements:

• This job requires: the ability to lift 50 pounds

• Work outside in cold conditions and stand or walk for up to six hours at a time.  

• The senses of taste and smell are used frequently, the use of hands and arms for periods of up to six hours

• Peripheral, color, and depth vision are essential.

• Must own non-slip shoes

• Must be at least 18 years old 

Preferred Experience and Special Skills:

• Basic previous culinary experience is necessary.

• Ability to develop basic culinary skills.  Ex: competent knife skills and basic cooking technique.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure

• Prior cash handling experience a plus

• This position may qualify for application under our Colorado Mountain College culinary internship partnership program.

Position was originally posted on July 14th. This position will be posted and accepting applications until Wednesday, September 23rd.

POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment.

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