The Slate Denver, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, was built in the landmark building that formerly housed the Emily Griffith Opportunity School. Located just steps from the Colorado Convention Center in the heart of downtown Denver, The Slate’s vibrant destination is the cornerstone of Denver’s newest and most intriguing gathering spot. This modern yet nostalgic property offers modern accommodations, fresh restaurant concept, and unique meeting space. Come join our team and be a part of history!

The purpose of a Lead Cook is to prepare and cook food that is consistent with the hotel’s standards and quality. A lead cook operates under a chef in a restaurant or a food establishment. They will be responsible for carrying out the duties assigned by the Chef of the kitchen. This includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Banquets, and/or Room Service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Is knowledgeable of all menu items on scheduled shift (am/pm).
• Duties will include prep work and cleaning.
• Prepares all ingredients for the shift before service begins.
• Operates station in an efficient, safe manner.
• Practices serve-safe methods in preparing, cooking, holding, and storing all food items.
• Responsible for producing excellent quality and must be able to multi-task.
• Follows opening and closing procedures.
• Able to work in a high pace and hot environment and on all shifts and holidays.
• Maintains high standards of personal appearance and grooming.
• Performs any other duties as requested by supervisor.

Work Environment: The work environment normally entails a kitchen environment with varying degrees in temperature, exposure to cleaning chemicals throughout the day, and moderate noise levels consistent with the kitchen environment.

Physical Demands: During the course of performing the physical demands of this position, associates are expected to observe and adhere to safety and security procedures, promoting a safe work environment. The physical activity normally entails standing and walking more than 2/3 of the time, lifting up to 50 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 30 pounds.

Our company does not discriminate against its associates or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-associate relationships, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Every reasonable accommodation will be made for disabled associates.

Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated on the basis of qualifications to meet the requirements of the position and ability to perform the requirements of the position.

• Pay $23/hour.
• Opportunity to be part of a historic property.
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Knowledge of all menu items on scheduled shift.
• Ability to prepare and cook food consistently with hotel standards.
• Moderate knife skills and proper cooking techniques.
• Ability to work under light supervision.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to solicit feedback.
• Ability to interpret and perform basic math functions.
• Safe Serve/Food Handler’s Card.