Intermediate Cook – Live, Work & Explore in Death Valley

Xanterra; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Death Valley National Park pass

Pool, golf course, rec center, gym and

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

Planned employee trips and activities

Referral Bonus Program

The adventure of a lifetime!

Job summary

Xanterra's Oasis at Death Valley is hiring Intermediate Cooks to join the Food & Beverage team in Death Valley National Park. You will work across multiple stations, including batch production, high-volume ala carte, prep, pantry, and banquets, with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Starting pay is $21.65 per hour, full-time year-round with possible seasonal roles. Benefits include housing options, meals on-site, and park-specific perks as part of our team in California's

Qualifications

• 1–2 years cooking experience; fine dining a plus.
• Expertise as pantry-worker, prep-cook, fry-cook, egg-cook, broiler-cook, sauté-cook, and butcher.
• Attention to detail and high professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality, presentation of all menu items.
• Store and handle all food products safely.
• Clean, maintain, and store kitchen equipment.
• Maintain open communication with staff daily.
• Prepare and present food using standard recipes.
• Maintain in-process food hot/cold and proper storage.
• Keep work area clean throughout shift.

Skills

Cooking experience

Fine dining experience

Pantry worker

Prep cook

Fry cook

Egg cook

Broiler cook

Sauté cook

Butcher

Job description

Xanterra's Oasis at Death Valley is hiring Intermediate Cooks to join the Food & Beverage team in Death Valley National Park. You will work across multiple stations, including batch production, high-volume ala carte, prep, pantry, and banquets, with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Starting pay is $21.65 per hour, full-time year-round with possible seasonal roles. Benefits include housing options, meals on-site, and park-specific perks as part of our team in California's