Food & Beverage Manager, Denali Backcountry Lodge

Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality, Inc.; Kantishna (AK); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to Pursuit attractions

50% off for friends

Discounts on hotels, dining and retail

Mental health resources

Equal Employment Opportunities

Job summary

Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality, Inc. seeks a seasoned Food & Beverage leader for Denali Backcountry Lodge. You will oversee day-to-day operations across multiple dining outlets, ensuring exceptional guest experiences in a remote, rugged setting.

The role requires leadership of diverse teams, onboarding and training programs, and close collaboration with the culinary team and F&B leadership to uphold brand standards and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Must deliver exceptional guest service and maintain high energy standards.
• Senior leadership experience in a similar-sized operation at a resort or lodge.
• Culinary/food service background with formal training or equivalent.
• ServSafe certification and Alaska TAPs certificate or ability to obtain.
• First Aid/CPR certifications preferred; Wilderness Responder highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day F&B operations across multiple dining outlets to ensure top-tier guest experience.
• Provide hands-on leadership and on-floor coverage during peak periods and transitions.
• Develop and oversee onboarding, training, SOPs, and departmental tools for F&B staff.
• Coach and develop BOH and FOH leaders to align with brand standards and policies.
• Coordinate with F&B Director to maintain product quality, compliance, and brand integrity.
• Manage scheduling, staffing plans, time-off, and payroll in line with budget.

Skills

Guest service

Leadership

Fast-paced environments

Senior level leadership

Team motivation

TAPs certificate

First Aid/CPR

Wilderness Responder (WFR) desirable

Education

Culinary School graduate

Hospitality-related post-secondary education

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

Job description

At Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit, we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and distinctive lodges, all designed to highlight the unique beauty of each location. Beyond that, we offer thoughtfully crafted restaurants, retail, and transportation services that help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the friendly faces you’ll find along the way, the thoughtful amenities, and the delightful details that make every visit feel personal and unforgettable.

This will be a full-time seasonal role beginning in April 2027. This is a remote position in the truest sense, located 92 miles by bus from the nearest main road and deep within Denali National Park. Working at Denali Backcountry Lodge (DBL) requires a ruggedly refined mindset, adaptability, and a willingness to step beyond traditional job responsibilities to support the success of the entire operation.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and support all aspects of day-to-day Food & Beverage operations across multiple dining outlets (Denali Backcountry Lodge (DBL) and Denali Backcountry Adventure (DBA)) ensuring operational consistency and a high-quality guest experience.
• Provide hands-on operational leadership and on-floor coverage during peak periods, leadership transitions, and unexpected manager absences to maintain service continuity and departmental support.
• Develop, standardize, and oversee structured onboarding and ongoing training for all F&B employees, including orientation, IT access, operational systems, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and departmental tools.
• Provide coaching and development for BOH leaders and FOH team members, ensuring alignment with brand standards, company policies, and operational expectations.
• Serve as the primary property liaison with product representatives, collaborating with the Food & Beverage Director to maintain product quality, compliance, and brand integrity.
• Monitor and guide departmental labor management, including scheduling, staffing plans, time-off requests, and payroll practices, ensuring alignment with business volume and budgetary goals.
• Collaborate with F&B managers and leadership to improve operational efficiency, workforce productivity, and the overall guest experience.
• Support menu development, beverage programming, and concept creation in partnership with the culinary team and executive Food & Beverage leadership.
• Maintain consistent and structured verbal and written communication across F&B teams and DBL leadership to ensure departmental alignment, accountability, and collaboration.
• Prepare and submit operational updates, activity summaries, and project status reports to the Director of Food & Beverage and relevant business stakeholders.
• Champion Pursuit's values by modeling positive leadership, fostering an inclusive and engaging workplace, and creating an environment where both leaders and frontline team members can thrive.
• Encourage community involvement through personal volunteer participation and by supporting team member engagement in local community initiatives.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest service
• Thrives in a fast-paced and high energy work environment
• Inspiring leadership and motivational attitude
• Minimum of three years’ senior level experience in similar-sized operation
• Culinary School graduate or previous experience working as a Manager in food service operations, or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Post-secondary education in hospitality or a related field viewed advantageous
• Must possess ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
• Must have or be able to obtain TAPs (Alaska’s alcohol management) certificate CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred, Wilderness Responder (WFR) highly desirable
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Lift, stand, and bend throughout shifts of eight or more hours.
• Must be at least 21 years old and hold a valid U.S. driver’s license to operate a company vehicle if necessary.

About Us

We're more than a hospitality and attractions company. We connect people to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences; Our team members included. Thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate, our collection of hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours, and travel products are tied together by iconic, destination-worthy locations in Alaska, Montana, the Canadian Rockies, Reykjavík and Costa Rica. Pursuit is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PRSU. As a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, we specialize in attractions-led hospitality, consistently generating revenue and delivering value to our shareholders.

What will your work environment be like?

At Pursuit, our locations are more than just a place to work – it’s a space where you can bring your whole self, collaborate with talented teams across departments, and build lasting friendships. We believe in fostering an environment where work and play coexist, so whether you’re tackling projects or enjoying our many perks, you’ll feel supported and valued. With a variety of great benefits, we’re committed to ensuring that your time with us is as fulfilling as it is fun. Our team shares a passion for adventure and an authentic desire to play host to the world. We are united by our connection to the people and places we’re lucky to call home. Our workforce is diverse. Our team members come here to embrace the extraordinary. To watch the sunrise and set each day in a place that, for many people, exists only in their imagination. To build career experience beside seasoned professionals a community of people who say ‘yes’ to adventure time and time again. To be a part of the #PursuitLife and live each day with purpose, turning moments into memories.

PURSUIT PERKS

• Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections
• Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends
• Get discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail
• Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources
• Equal Employment Opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunities

Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in the country where the role is located to apply and join our inclusive team! We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. If you can’t apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team at [e-mail]. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted directly.