Company description

Yellowstone National Park Lodges is the largest provider of accommodations, dining, and other services within America’s first national park and part of the Xanterra Travel Collection® family. Our mission is Legendary Hospitality with a Softer Footprint. “Legendary Hospitality” is the cornerstone of our operations, reflecting how deeply we value all our guests and one another. “A Softer Footprint” reflects our commitment to the environment within our operations so others can enjoy the wonders of Yellowstone for years to come.

We invite you to be a part of a welcoming community who work hard, share a passion for the environment, and enjoy creating memorable experiences for our guests. The lodging facilities in Yellowstone share a rich history, evolving from humble tent camps and rustic hotels in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The Legendary Hospitality we provide today honors and carries forward this tradition and we are privileged to be stewards of the many facilities under our care. We hope you’ll consider becoming part of this legendary tradition.

 

Job description

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Yellowstone National Park!

We operate 47 dining venues, including dining rooms, fast-casual, cafeterias, bars, employee facilities, delis and snack shops. It's high volume, fast-paced and fun! Almost half of the Yellowstone summer staff work for the Food and Beverage Operation! If you are interested in starting or enhancing your food and beverage career, the kitchen is a great place to start.

Job Summary: As a Cook, you would be responsible for assisting the restaurant Chef and/or Sous Chef in all basic food preparation, performing cooking functions or prep production.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: Mid April - Late October
Pay: $17.50/hour - $18.50/hour DOE

Life in Yellowstone:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided at low cost
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included
• No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck
• 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:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation, set-up, service, clean up, and restocking of cooks line and appropriate prep areas.
• Responsible for prep, set-up, service, clean up, and restocking of cooks line and appropriate prep areas.
• Expected to adhere to all sanitation requirements including product rotation, temperature maintenance and record keeping, storage procedures, cooking requirements, and handling techniques.
• Job duties of the position vary by location and function. Placement will be in one of the following areas - ala carte operation, employee dining operation or a quick service operation.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a cook position needed for senior level cook position
• 6 months to 1 year cook experience needed for quick service cook position
• Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner.
• Follow all policy, 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 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.
• Work quickly, efficiently, and safely with all kitchen equipment.
• Organize and prioritize under pressure while maintaining a pleasant demeanor. 

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.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

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Deadline

no deadline