AM Kitchen Manager

Location: White Elephant Hotel, Aspen, Colorado

Opening: January 22nd, 2026 | Start Date: January 12th, 2026

LoLa 41 is a vibrant and globally inspired restaurant brand celebrating the diverse cuisines of the 41st parallel. With acclaimed locations in Nantucket, Boston, Palm Beach, and Naples — and upcoming openings in Aspen, Newport, Charleston, Winter Park, Miami, and Dallas — LoLa 41 continues its rapid expansion.

Our name, "LoLa," stands for Longitude-Latitude, reflecting our menu's curated journey through flavors from Japan, Portugal, Spain, and beyond. Our restaurants are known for refined ambiance, innovative sushi, Asian specialties, and exceptional hospitality.

The AM Kitchen Manager (Cook) plays a key leadership role in our back-of-house operations during morning and early-day shifts. This position combines cooking responsibilities with management oversight, ensuring prep, quality, and workflow are efficient and consistent. The AM Kitchen Manager supports the team in maintaining high culinary standards while helping organize inventory, monitor food costs, and keep the kitchen clean, safe, and organized.

Manage morning kitchen operations, including opening procedures and prep station organization

Prepare and cook menu items according to LoLa 41's standards

Lead and support BOH team members during morning shifts

Ensure all ingredients are properly labeled, stored, and rotated to maintain freshness

Oversee inventory, assist with ordering, and help manage food costs

Maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards

Support a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment

Train and mentor team members, fostering a positive kitchen culture

Previous kitchen management or lead cook experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

Ability to work mornings consistently, including weekends

Flexibility to cover additional shifts as needed

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability and stamina to lift and carry heavy items routinely

Commitment to working 5–6 days per week

Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred

Competitive salary based on experience

Health insurance

401(k) + match

Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding hospitality group

You are an organized, reliable, and energetic leader who thrives in a busy kitchen environment. You enjoy coaching and mentoring others while maintaining hands-on cooking responsibilities. You take pride in efficiency, consistency, and the quality of your team's work.

At LoLa 41 Aspen, you'll lead a dedicated kitchen team in a globally inspired, fast-paced environment. This position offers professional growth, competitive pay, and the opportunity to shape the back-of-house operations in a world-class, expanding restaurant group.