Holiday Cook Family Assistant – Aspen, CO

Holiday Cook / Family Assistant Aspen CO

JOB HIGHLIGHT

A wonderful family visiting Aspen Colorado over the holiday season is seeking a warm capable and experienced Holiday Cook / Family Assistant to support a special family reunion and holiday celebration.

The ideal candidate is first and foremost a great cook who is comfortable preparing meals for both children and adults while also being happy to pitch in with family support shopping errands children and occasional holiday entertaining.

This is a fun busy household environment with multiple family members and children ranging in age from 715. Grandparents will also be present to assist with the children so this is not a traditional nanny position. The primary focus will be cooking and helping the family have an enjoyable well-organized holiday.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Holiday Cook / Family Assistant will prepare fresh meals for the family throughout their Aspen stay assist with grocery shopping and meal planning and provide general family support as needed.

The family is flexible regarding meals and is open to food that works for both children and adults. On some days the family may choose to cater or order out in which case the candidate will help with food setup serving and cleanup.

The property has housekeeping services so housekeepers will handle the primary post-dinner cleaning. The candidate should simply be comfortable keeping the kitchen and food-preparation areas organized and assisting with reasonable meal-related cleanup.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

Estimated Dates: December 24 January 2
Location: Aspen CO 81611
Position: Part-time / Holiday Seasonal
Typical Hours: Approximately 8:00 AM 4:00 PM daily
Compensation: $35$40/hour negotiable DOE
Live-out
No relocation assistance
No health benefits or 401(k)
Household Environment: Casual

The family may be flexible with scheduling on days when excursions or other activities are planned. There may also be an opportunity for two candidates to share certain days with each working approximately 45 this scenario one person may focus primarily on cooking while the other assists with children errands setup and general family support.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Cooking & Meal Preparation

Prepare fresh delicious meals for children and adults.
Plan meals around the familys preferences and daily activities.
Prepare simple kid-friendly options for younger children who may be selective about foods and textures.
Prepare breakfast lunch snacks dinner or other meals as needed during scheduled hours.
Cook from scratch when appropriate.
Coordinate menus and meal timing with the family.
Grocery shop and source ingredients.
Keep the kitchen organized during meal preparation.
Assist with food setup and presentation when meals are catered or ordered in.
Assist with reasonable kitchen cleanup following meals.

Family & Child Support

Provide general support with children ages 715 as needed.
Assist with activities supervision transitions and general family needs.
Work collaboratively with grandparents and other family members.
Provide additional support during busy holiday days and family activities.
Be comfortable working with children who may have additional support needs.

Shopping & Errands

Grocery shopping and food sourcing.
Pick up prepared food catering or other items as needed.
Run local errands and assist with holiday-related shopping.
Drive children or family members as needed when appropriate.

Holiday Entertaining

Assist with holiday meals and family celebrations.
Help set up food and beverages for catered or ordered-in meals.
Assist with serving and maintaining a smooth meal experience.
Support informal entertaining and family gatherings.
Help organize the kitchen and dining areas following meals.

REQUIREMENTS

Strong professional cooking experience with excellent references.
Must genuinely enjoy cooking and take pride in preparing great food.
Comfortable preparing meals for both adults and children.
Experience working with families children or private households strongly preferred.
Comfortable working with multiple children and extended family members.
Calm flexible upbeat and able to adapt in a busy holiday environment.
Proactive and self-sufficient while also comfortable taking direction.
Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
Vetted professional references required.
Advanced third-party background check required ($60 paid by client).
Livescan/background screening may also be completed as applicable.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is a talented versatile cook who genuinely enjoys being around families. This person should be warm energetic flexible and comfortable jumping in wherever needed.

Experience working with large families private households vacation homes family reunions or busy holiday gatherings would be especially helpful.

The family would particularly value someone who is an excellent cook enjoys preparing food for different ages and preferences understands that holiday schedules can change from day to day and is happy to pitch in with errands shopping family assistance and entertaining.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Start Date: December 24
End Date: January 2
Location: Aspen CO 81611
Position Type: Part-time / Holiday Seasonal
Schedule: Approximately 8:00 AM4:00 PM daily with flexibility on excursion days
Compensation: $35$40/hour negotiable DOE
Live-out
Benefits: None
Relocation: Not covered
Household Style: Casual
Children: Ages 715
Special Diets: None
Known Allergies: None

HOUSEHOLD DUTIES

General household management: As needed
Manage other household staff: No
Home office support: No
Cooking: Yes primary responsibility
Laundry/Ironing: No
Shopping: Yes
Driving/Errands: Yes
Help with family/kids/pets: Yes
Table service/parties: Yes
Catering/food setup: Yes

SPECIAL NOTES

The family is celebrating a holiday family reunion so the household may be busier than a typical private residence. Grandparents will be present and will assist with the children.

The family may alternate between home-cooked meals catered meals and ordering out depending on the days activities. Younger children are selective eaters and generally prefer simple foods without a lot of texture.

On excursion days the family may order food rather than have the candidate cook. There may also be an opportunity for two candidates to split certain days into 45 hour shifts with one candidate primarily focused on cooking.

The property has housekeeping services so this position is not responsible for full-house cleaning or post-dinner housekeeping.

Vetted references and background screening are required.

Most importantly the family would love to find a great cook!

Seeking an experienced cook who enjoys working with families and is comfortable preparing meals for both adults and children. Candidate should be flexible and willing to assist with grocery shopping errands children food setup and general family support as needed. Must have a valid drivers license reliable transportation strong professional references and be willing to complete a background check. Private household or family assistant experience is preferred.