Job Description
At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, and competent people who share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
Glacier National Park encompasses more than 16,000 square miles of largely wilderness area and is known for its seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes. Glacier National Park was established in 1910 and stands today as a monument to wild natural places. As part of the Crown of the Continent ecosystem, the park includes 175 named mountains, 762 lakes (130 named lakes), 200+ named waterfalls and 25 named glaciers, as well as 1,000 plant species, and hundreds of animal species.
The Details:
- Seasonal positions start early-May through early-June and extend through mid- to late-September 2022 (dates depend on Location)
- Hourly Wage: $16.65/hr
- Schedule Varies: 32 to 45 hours/week
- Perks include:
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- Affordable on-site employee meals (cafeteria style) and lodging (dormitory-style or RV site)
- Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
- Free Red Bus and Boat Tours (as available)
- Exclusive Retail and Dining discounts in Glacier
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- The adventure of a lifetime!
Responsibilities
- Creating a quality product in a timely fashion for guests and staff
- Communicate closely with chef on duty.
- Follows recipe cards and use a full range of cooking methods.
- Familiar with operation of kitchen equipment.
- Maintain Xanterra standards of sanitation throughout pantry/salad areas of the kitchen.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
- Require 2 to 3 years experience as Lead Cook, First Cook, or is a culinary school graduate.
- Ability to communicate clearly so that others in the kitchen understand expectations and tasks.
- Ability to mentor and develop Line Cooks and kitchen staff.
- Must multitask to perform various cooking and lead duties at the same time.
- Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced, high stress environment.
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.