Job Description
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Zion National Park!
As a sanctuary with over 146,000 acres of cliffs, canyons, diverse plant and animal life, and uninterrupted beauty, Zion is a place of peace and refuge. We operate a variety of dining facilities, a retail shop, and the only in-park lodging. For those that live and work in the park, there are endless opportunities to explore the amazing wonders that surround you.
No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
We’re hiring Line Cooks to Live. Work. Explore. in Zion National Park!
The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round or 6 Months Contracts
Pay: $17.35/hr
Housing: Self-contained RV with toilet and shower that is no more than 10 years old. RV site costs $13.50/day.
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
Why Zion National Park?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Zion, and proud stewards of the park.
Life in Zion:
- Employee housing (single-status housing or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
- Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), employee gym
- A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
- Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
Benefits and Perks:
- Generous benefit package for full-time employees
- Unlimited outdoor recreation opportunities
- Direct access to Zion National Park’s restricted Canyon Scenic Drive
- Exclusive employee discounts in Zion and other Xanterra properties
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- The adventure of a lifetime!
Responsibilities:
- Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner.
- Follow all policies, procedures, and service standards.
- Responsible for prep, set-up, service, clean-up, and restocking of cooks line and appropriate prep areas.
- Adhere to all sanitation requirements including product rotation, temperature maintenance and record keeping, storage procedures, cooking requirements, and handling techniques.
- Ability to complete orders, by the plate or the pan, properly, according to approved menu specs, and in a timely manner.
- Ability to work from prep and par lists and follow standardized recipes. Commit food specifications to memory.
- Develop and maintain positive communication and teamwork with all co-workers and supervisors.
- Conducts themselves in a professional manner with the awareness that all actions and communications are within staffs view.
- Maintain appearance and uniform standards.
- Work quickly, efficiently, and safely with all kitchen equipment
Qualifications:
- Previous line or batch cooking experience.
- Knowledge of basic sanitation and kitchen equipment skills.
- Comprehending and extending/converting recipes.
- Ability to absorb large amounts of information in a short period of time.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, approximately 8 hours.
- Ability to work in a hot environment for long periods of time, approximately 8 hours.
- Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 25 pounds.
- Must be able to bend, stretch, and reach for extended periods of time.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, approximately 8 hours.
- Must be able to walk for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Must be able to bend, stretch, and reach for extended periods of time.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.