LIVE. WORK. EXPLORE. as Kitchen Crew in Yellowstone National Park!

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

Kitchen Crew

Yellowstone National Park Lodges

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

Experience Level
No experience required
Job Start Date
Job Starts: Apr 01, 2024

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.

We’re hiring Kitchen Crew to Live. Work. Explore. this summer! 

Job Summary:
As a Kitchen Crew member, you would be responsible for performing a variety of tasks in and around the kitchen such as light food prep, serving food in a quick service outlet, running pre-ordered food to tables, performing dishwasher duties, and running a cash register. No prior experience is needed.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: April- Late October 2024
Pay: $15.00/hr
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Yellowstone 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 Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Yellowstone:

  • Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style). Room & Board costs equal to $17.00/day and are deducted bi-weekly (approximately $234.00) from your paycheck
  • 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 and Perks:

  • Free Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more).
  • Employee discounts on retail, food & beverage, lodging, and activities in Yellowstone
  • Employee discounts at local gateway communities
  • Access to maintained campgrounds and back country campsites inside and around the park
  • Over 1,000 miles of hiking trails inside the park itself
  • Fresh air, breathtaking views, and clear night skies
  • World-class wildlife viewing of bison, elk, moose, wolves, bears, and more
  • Approximately 500 geysers (the largest concentration in the world) and hot springs, including Grand Prismatic, the third largest in the world

Responsibilities:

  • Provide excellent guest service in an efficient manner.
  • Responsible for prep, set-up, service, clean up, and restocking of food service areas.
  • Adhere to all sanitation requirements including product rotation, temperature maintenance, storage procedures, cooking requirements, and handling techniques.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and order, and properly stock the kitchen, dining, and service areas. 
  • Complete assigned duties within each shift, focusing efforts on cleanliness and appearance of dining areas.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to follow all policy, procedures and service standards.
  • Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and safely with all kitchen equipment.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize under pressure while maintaining a pleasant demeanor. 
  • Adhear to appearance and uniform standards.
  • Excellent communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment and follow direction.

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 veteran status.

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Yellowstone National Park Lodges

At Yellowstone National Park Lodges, we work hard, share a passion for the environment, and create memorable experiences for our guests. We offer seasonal and year-round positions in guest services, housekeeping, food & beverage, and more. Wouldn’t you love to join the team and experience what many people describe as a "life-changing experience"?

Location
Montana and Wyoming
Season
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Staff size
3500
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
For $17.00 per day, seasonal employees are guaranteed in-park dormitory-style housing that includes Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), laundry, utilities, and all meals. These room & board costs are charged biweekly through an automatic payroll deduction.
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Intermittent
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