Advanced Cook - Yellowstone National Park

XANTERRA TRAVEL COLLECTION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Food & Beverage team in Yellowstone National Park! As an Advanced Cook, you'll assist in food preparation and cooking in a fast-paced, exciting environment. This seasonal position offers a chance to grow your culinary skills while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of the park. With employee housing, meals, and numerous perks, this opportunity promises not just a job but an adventure of a lifetime. If you're passionate about food and guest service, this is the perfect place to start or enhance your culinary career.

Benefits

Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass

Employee Recreation Program

Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics

Employee discounts at local gateway communities

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

$350 Referral Bonus Program

On-site employee meals

Free on-site laundry facility

Utilities included

Fast-paced work environment

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a cook position needed for senior level cook position.
• Ability to work from prep and par lists and follow standardized recipes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation, set-up, service, clean up, and restocking of cooks line.
• Expected to adhere to all sanitation requirements including product rotation and temperature maintenance.

Skills

Guest Service

Sanitation Standards

Teamwork

Time Management

Job description

Overview

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 an Advanced 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: $18.50/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!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation, 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
• Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner.
• Follow all policy, procedures and service standards.
• 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.