Lead Cook - Glacier National Park

Xanterra; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team in Glacier National Park as a Lead Cook, where your culinary skills will shine in a breathtaking environment. This seasonal position offers a unique opportunity to create high-quality dishes while collaborating closely with a dedicated team. Enjoy employee housing, meals, and a supportive work culture that values personal growth and environmental stewardship. You will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional hospitality to guests from around the world. Embrace the adventure of a lifetime and make lasting memories in one of America's most stunning national parks!

Benefits

Free Glacier National Park pass

Free Red Bus Tours

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

Planned employee trips and activities

15% Verizon service/products discount

$350 Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience as Lead Cook or First Cook required.
• Ability to mentor and develop kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality cold foods and salads in a timely manner.
• Communicate closely with the chef on duty.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Mentoring

Education

Culinary School Graduate

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Glacier National Park!

At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We’re hiring Lead Cooks to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:

Preparing high-quality cold foods and salads in a timely manner while closely communicating with the chef on duty.

The Details:

Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: May through October 2025 (exact dates vary by location)
Pay: $20.00/hr
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Glacier 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 an authorized concessionaire in Glacier, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Glacier:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• 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
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Glacier National Park pass
• Free Red Bus Tours (if available)
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities

• Creating a quality product in a timely fashion for guests and staff.
• Communicate closely with chef on duty.
• Follows recipe cards and use a full range of cooking methods.
• Familiar with operation of kitchen equipment.
• Maintain Xanterra standards of sanitation throughout pantry/salad areas of the kitchen.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Require 2 to 3 years experience as Lead Cook, First Cook, or is a culinary school graduate.
• Ability to communicate clearly so that others in the kitchen understand expectations and tasks.
• Ability to mentor and develop Line Cooks and kitchen staff.
• Must multitask to perform various cooking and lead duties at the same time.
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced, high stress environment.

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.