Lodge and Prep Cook

About Us

Eleven is like no other place. We’re an experiential travel company with a diverse portfolio of intimate, extraordinary adventure lodges in remote locations around the world. We strive to give every one of our guests the best day of their life everyday, whether heli-skiing near the Arctic Circle in Iceland or casting for bonefish on a remote island in the Bahamas. At each destination our guided backcountry adventures await guests of all ages and skill levels. Our lodges, chalets, and beach houses combine five-star accommodations with incredible cuisine. To our guests we are trusted, down to Earth, smart, innovative, discrete and fun. To our international team, we are a community with genuine camaraderie, and we value creativity, work ethic, kindness, and strong communication. Our success is dependent on our employees’ well being, and we continue to evolve more programs and benefits to support work life balance, and remain open to ideas, feedback, and new sustainable approaches. We take pride in promoting employees from within who prove to be committed, valuable, and have a genuine desire to grow.

Position Summary

Eleven is seeking a team-oriented and flexible Lodge & Prep Cook to support the Colorado Culinary team with food preparations, transportation, and meal service throughout Eleven’s entire Colorado footprint. This position will systematically execute food prep and transportation with quality and efficiency, as well as assist the team with managing food inventory and maintaining a clean, food-safe, and organized kitchen. This position requires at least 1 year of food and beverage experience. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented with flexibility and willingness to do what is needed to complete Colorado Culinary team goals and meet guest needs and expectations. The Winter season runs December through April.

Position Purpose 

The Lodge & Prep Cook prepares high-quality, made-from-scratch food for meal service at Scarp Ridge Lodge and Colorado outposts, and provides daily guest-facing breakfast service at the Lodge.    

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment, staying calm and respectful while fostering teamwork.
• Communicate clearly with all culinary and Eleven staff to support strong operational performance.
• Stay current on the staff schedule. 
• Check company email regularly, read messages thoroughly, and respond promptly.
• Assist the Culinary team with food inventory, including stocking based on demand, shopping, receiving orders, submitting vendor invoices, and completing monthly audits.
• Help maintain a clean, food-safe, and organized kitchen; use and care for equipment properly; and keep inventory records accurate and up to date.
• Prepare and transport food with precision, attention to detail, quality, and efficiency.
• Engage with guests professionally and confidently to ensure an outstanding experience.
• Help host internal and external special events at Scarp Ridge Lodge or Colorado outposts. 

Qualifications

• At least one year of previous food and beverage service experience.

Special Position Requirements

• Team-oriented, flexible, and willing to do what is needed to meet Culinary team goals and guest expectations, including working long hours, weekends, holidays, and swing shifts, or switching days off.

Work Requirements

• Ability to walk, kneel, reach, and stand for long periods. 
• Ability to taste and smell food items.
• Ability to regularly lift and relocate up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and relocate up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to safely work in extreme temperatures, including brief periods outdoors, and on kitchen lines.
• Ability to safely and accurately work in loud environments.