Line Cook-Night Shift (Ojo Caliente)

Job Summary: 

Work where guests come to rest and reset. Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa is hiring Line Cooks to support kitchen operations in a peaceful, high-desert setting. You will prepare high-quality meals using fresh ingredients while working alongside a skilled culinary team. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced kitchen with strong opportunity to build experience in a destination resort known for wellness and hospitality. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Prepare food for service including grilling, sautéing, and sauce preparation 
• Set up and stock kitchen stations with required supplies 
• Execute menu items following recipes and standards 
• Work with kitchen team to ensure timely and consistent food output 
• Follow direction from Chef and kitchen leadership 
• Maintain clean and organized workstations 
• Label, store, and rotate inventory properly 
• Monitor product freshness and quality 
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and handling standards 
• Assist with additional kitchen and cleaning duties as needed 

 Schedule & Season: 

• Night Shift 2PM - Close
• Flexible employment options available, including seasonal and full-time
• Full-time hours, varies with occupancy 
• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required 
• Fast-paced kitchen during peak seasons 

Qualifications: 

• At least 1 year of line cook experience 
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Culinary training preferred but not required 
• Strong understanding of cooking methods and kitchen equipment 
• Good knife skills 
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 
• Ability to stand for extended periods in a hot kitchen environment 
• New Mexico Food Handler certification 
• Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends 

What We’re Looking For: 

• Strong work ethic and reliability 
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure 
• Team-focused mindset 
• Willingness to learn and follow direction 
• Consistent attention to food quality and presentation 
• Positive, can-do attitude 

Location: Northern New Mexico, about 50 miles north of Santa Fe 

• High desert landscape 
• Wide open skies 
• Natural hot springs 
• Quiet, remote setting focused on wellness 

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