Cooks - Yellowstone National Park

This is a seasonal role requiring an end date of at least October 15th. Candidates who are not available to work until October, will not be considered at this time. 

Your culinary adventure starts here, and we’ll help you get there!

Experience the magic of Yellowstone National Park in the fall!  Enjoy cool fall temperatures, watch geysers erupt against the backdrop of vibrant fall colors, and see the amazing wildlife.  As part of our Food & Beverage team for 2-3 months, you'll soak in the park's natural beauty and provide legendary hospitality to our guests in this extraordinary setting. 

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.
• As an Employee Dining Room Cook, you would be responsible for preparation of meals and feeding our employees according to set recipes. The feeding of our staff is one of our highest priorities.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: Late July/August - Early November
Pay: $19.00/hour - $22.50/hour

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) 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!

• 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.

• 6 months cook experience needed for entry cook position
• 6 months to 2 years cook experience needed for intermediate level cook position
• 3 years cook experience needed for advanced level 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 include:

• 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.