Brunch & Prep Cook
About the job
- A high school education or equivalent is required.
- One to two full years of employment in a related position with this company or another organization is required.
- Knowledge of cooking and kitchen practices and procedures to perform non-repetitive analytical work is required.
- Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry food cases and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds, regularly 75% of the time.
- Periodic climbing is required.
- Must be able to bend the knees to use the lower oven 5–10 times a day.
- Must have full mobility and be able to travel 30–50 feet regularly throughout the day.
- Must be able to stand continuously during preparation, service, or expediting, usually all day.
- Must be able to hear equipment timers, communicate with staff, see that products are prepared appropriately, follow verbal and written instructions, and communicate verbally and in writing.
- Must be able to work in an indoor environment for most of an 8-hour period, including freezer temperatures as low as -10 degrees and front-line temperatures over 100 degrees.
- Must be able to work weekends.
- Check items against recipe cards and use records, and ensure food is presented efficiently and to quality standards.
- Monitor line setup before meal functions to ensure maximum efficiency during meal periods.
- Monitor equipment maintenance and adherence to the kitchen clean-as-you-go policy.
- Prepare consistently high-quality food according to recipe cards, production and portion standards, and server dupes.
- Start items prepared ahead of time without exceeding estimated needs.
- Date food containers, rotate stock according to standard operating procedures, and keep perishables at proper temperatures.
- Check pars for shift use and determine preparation, freezer pulls, and line setup needs.
- Note out-of-stock items and possible shortages.
- Assist in keeping the buffet stocked.
- Return unused food items to designated storage areas for the next shift, covering and dating perishables.
- Assist in developing plans and actions to correct food-cost problems and control food waste, loss, and usage according to standard operating procedures.
- Ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, train line cooks, and ensure proper sanitation levels.
About the company
Sage Hospitality Group develops, invests in, and manages hotels and restaurants, focusing on creating experiential lifestyle properties that become part of their local communities. They run hotels and run their own restaurants through Sage Restaurant Concepts, using an integrated approach that combines development, ownership, and operating expertise. Unlike many operators who only manage properties, Sage acts as a developer and investor for urban and resort markets and has rebuilt projects like Denver’s Union Station, showing a hands-on, destination-driven strategy rather than just a place to sleep. Their portfolio includes over 100 hotels and restaurants, and they continue to expand under new leadership with the goal of becoming the nation’s favorite lifestyle hospitality company and a preferred destination for guests and communities alike.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Denver, Colorado
Founded
1984
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sage added The Pierside in March 2026, its 11th independent property in under two years.
- July 2026 brought The Ritz-Carlton, Indianapolis, strengthening luxury franchise credibility.
- Hotel Vandivort joined Sage's Independent Hotel Collection, broadening its Midwest lifestyle footprint.
What critics are saying
- Denver Gazette on March 13, 2026 quoted del Olmo warning cautious 2026-2027 growth.
- Revelio data shows headcount fell 6.9% from 2023 to 2026, signaling operating pressure.
- Economic contraction would hit Sage's discretionary lifestyle demand and project pipeline hardest.
What makes Sage Hospitality Group unique
- 2026 leadership transition kept founders engaged while Daniel del Olmo became CEO.
- Sage runs hotels, restaurants, branding, and real estate through one integrated operating model.
- Its independent-lifestyle portfolio spans 110-plus venues across 14 states, including two Ritz-Carltons.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts