Steward Prep Cook - Summer 2026

With roots dating back to 1946, and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.  

Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram, Facebook, and X.  

Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the [email protected], aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. 

Position Summary

The Steward is responsible for cleaning and storing all flatware, silver, glass, kitchen trays, pots, pans according to the direction of the restaurant management team. The Steward also assists in food preparation as requested. This position reports to the Executive Steward.

Job Posting Deadline  

Applications for this position will be accepted until April 30th, 2026 for the Summer 2026 Season.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities

• Clean and stack all dishes properly
• Store dishes and silver in the designated locations
• Set up cleaning area: put dish machine together properly, fill all water tanks, turn on the heating elements in the dishwasher
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, participate in pre and post shift cleaning and organization to include, but not limited to: kitchen equipment, walk-in fridge/freezer storage, dry storage, trash, recycle, mopping, sweeping
• Assist with the storage of food deliveries
• Clean kitchen walls, floors, loading docks, and other associated areas at the proper time
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble the dishwasher before the end of the shift
• Post appropriate caution signs when the floor is wet or being mopped to ensure the highest level of safety
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in a clean, orderly condition
• Assist with preparing food items according to the chef's specifications
• Follow the daily preparation list to ensure items are ready for service
• Report any problems with food product, kitchen equipment, or work area to the Executive Steward
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior work experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred
• ServSafe or similar food safety course certification is preferred

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Great Knowledge of company policies and procedures
• Familiarity with company rules, regulations, and operational standards
• Basic industry terminology
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Ability to do basic problem-solving
• Ability to identify straightforward issues and propose simple solutions
• Ability to follow oral or written directions in basic English
• Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks with great attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Work environment and physical demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time  
• Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces 
• Must be able to frequency lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

Job Benefits

This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• Employee Ski Pass
• 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 One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality 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 One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

 

 

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