Host, Wuksachi Lodge

Delaware North; California; On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Parental bonding leave

Tuition or certification reimbursement

Weekly pay

Free shift meal daily

Commuter bonus – $15/day (35+ miles) /

Employee discounts – 50% off dining, 4

Job summary

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is seeking a seasonal Host at Wuksachi Lodge in Sequoia National Park, California. You will welcome guests, manage the host station, and coordinate seating and times to ensure a smooth dining experience.

This role offers on-site housing options, weekly pay, and a range of benefits. You’ll join a global hospitality team with opportunities for growth across locations nationwide.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior guest service experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain a high energy level in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively communicate with guests and team members.
• No high school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Review the floor plan and reservation book daily to create seating charts
• Seat guests and maintain control of wait times
• Inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup
• Speak with guests to ensure satisfaction with food and service, respond to complaints, and thank guests as they are leaving
• Answer the restaurant telephone line during assigned hours of operation

Skills

Guest service

Communication

High energy

Teamwork

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonalHost to join our team at Wuksachi Lodge in Sequoia National Park, California. As a Host, you will be responsible for welcoming guests and managing the host station.

If you want a job at the world’s most storied national parks, hotels, or resorts, feed your sense of wonder while creating memorable experiences for our guests;

Pay

$16.95 - $16.95 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• 401 (k) with company match*
• Paid vacation days and holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave*
• Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal daily
• Commuter bonus - $15/day for commutes 35+ miles one-way, $30/day for 50+ miles one-way
• Employee discounts - 50% off restaurant and pizzeria, 20% off other food and beverage, 40% off retail
• Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for full-time, year-round team members

Life in Sequoia National Park

Looking for a job with a side of adventure? Be part of a global team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural beauty of California's Sequoia National Park! Each day inspires in special places like this.

• Low-cost shared dormitory housing available for $65/ week, including utilities and wi-fi
• Housing includes free on-site laundry and a communal area for cooking
• Live amongst the giant sequoias
• Access to hundreds of miles of hiking trails with campsites, caves, mountains, rivers, and lakes to explore!

What will you do?

• Review the floor plan and reservation book daily to create seating charts
• Seat guests and maintain control of wait times
• Inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup
• Speak with guests to ensure satisfaction with food and service, respond to complaints, and thank guests as they are leaving
• Answer the restaurant telephone line during assigned hours of operation

More about you

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Prior experience in a guest service environment preferred
• Ability to maintain a high energy level in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to effectively communicate with guests and team members
• No high school diploma or GED required

Physical requirements

• Ability to remain on feet for the entire length of the shift
• Ability to maneuver between tables and around corners
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds

Shift details

Days
Evenings
Split shift
Holidays
Weekends
8hr shift
10hr shift
OT as needed

Sequoia National Park offers an opportunity to see the giant Redwoods that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. The work itself is exciting, and there are a lot of career opportunities for advancement and opportunities to transfer to other Delaware North properties located at the state and national parks across the country. We offer on-site housing and discounts on food, beverage, and retail. Shuttle service to town is provided.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.