Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager in Training will spend 10-12 months rotating throughout the Culinary department in various restaurants in order to gain a broad knowledge of the division. During the program the MIT will experience three culinary departments and will work all positions and all shifts. MIT will spend time during each rotation shadowing the department manager to learn supervisory skills necessary for each department. The MIT will participate in various Human Resources led learning modules throughout the program. At the conclusion of the program the MIT will be counseled on next steps for promotion into a supervisor or management role.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Rotates through three Culinary departments during a 10-12 month period following the seasonal business levels.
•  The Culinary MIT will assist in maintaining smooth operations of the kitchen during assigned shift.
• Ensures food is prepared according to Executive Chefs specifications and assist in training line staff to the Hotel/ Kitchen standards.
• Responsible for the kitchen operations in the absence of Chef on duty.
• Works all positions within the department
• Meets regularly with the department manager to review performance
• Meets regularly with the department manager to learn supervisory skills and responsibilities
• Takes on department specific projects as assigned by department manager
• Monthly review of department financials with department manager
• Completion of MIT learning modules as assigned by Human Resources.
• Report to work on time in a neatly groomed and acceptable manner as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Be a role model to others.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

• Discuss and make Department Manager aware of guest’s comments or complaints.
• Is familiar with Hotel fire, safety and health procedures. Assist in emergency and security procedures as directed by management.
• Attends department meetings as required
• Completes special tasks and projects assigned by department manager.
• Attends assigned management training classes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of hospitality work experience

Additional Information

SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED

Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Received: Works under direct supervision of the Department Manager. __ 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, 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

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.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.     

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 / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.  

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit aspensnowmass.com/jobs/benefits

As of November 15 2021, Aspen Skiing Company, The Little Nell, and The Limelight Hotels will require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace. Read more about this policy via our employee safety page here