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Destination Zion Lodge in Zion National Park seeks a Cook 2 to prepare and cook a wide variety of menu items, manage prep stations, and assist in training Cook 1 staff. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring high-quality meals for guests, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.
The role requires 1–2 years kitchen experience, ability to follow recipes, and knowledge of cooking techniques. Housing is provided on-site, with benefits for full-time team members and opportunities for
POWDR is an adventure lifestylecompanythat inspires every human being with cool experiences in awesome places.Within POWDR’sportfolio are seven mountain resortsincluding Copper Mountain and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Boreal Mountain Resort and Soda Springs in the Lake Tahoe region of California; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon, SnowbirdinUtah andSilverStar Mountain Resort in British Columbia, Canada. Included in the POWDR portfolio, is Stovepipe Wells located in Death Valley National Park, operated under a long-term concessions contract with the National Park Service.
Zion Lodge is in National Register of Historic Places designed in 1924 by Gilbert Stanley Underwood in the National Park Service rustic style. The Zion Lodge is a year-round operation with 76 hotels rooms, 6 suites and 40 cabins as well as a restaurant, outside grab and go café, bar, gift shop and auditorium space. In the year 2025 a coffee and wine bar will be opening.
Zion Lodge is a welcoming, safe, and environmentally responsible resort providing accommodations and services inside Zion National Park. Over the next few years, the resort will undergo upgrades to rejuvenate accommodations and dining for public enjoyment. Renewable energy projects and energy efficiency upgrades will also be completed as well as other Sustainability innovations. POWDR operates Zion Lodge under a long-term concession contract with the National Park Service.
Proposed hiring rate of $18.20/hour, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience
Onsite employee housing and employee meals at $17.00 per day
Free onsite laundry facility, free shuttle service,WiFi, and employee gym
Discounts on food, retail, and gear
Complimentary access to most POWDR-owned resorts
Generous benefit package for full-time employees
Career development and growth opportunities available here and at our facilities across POWDR
A connection with people who share the same passions and embrace each other’s unique and individual styes
The Cook2is responsible forpreparing and cooking a wide variety of food items, managing food prep stations, andassistingin training Cook 1 staff. This position requiresa moderate level of experience and knowledge of kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality meals are delivered to guests.
Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, ensuring quality and consistency.
Work efficiently in various kitchen stations, including grill, fry, sauté, and prep areas.
Assistin supervising and training Cook 1 staff in food preparation and kitchen safety.
Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices according toServSafestandards.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
Assistwith receiving and storing food deliveries,monitoringinventory, and stocking supplies.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and perform routine maintenance and cleaning.
Contribute to menu planning and suggest new dishes or improvements.
This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this role, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities andtransferothers.
Functions as an ambassador of Destination Zion Lodge, modeling and sharing the Zion “culture” with our guests and employees. Upholds the most professional image. Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.
Due to the in-person nature of the hospitality business,housing will be provided on-siteand commuting fromthe local vicinity is also acceptable.
Due to the nature of our business,Zion Lodgeis open every day.You must be prepared toworka schedule which may include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Able to work and thrive inZionNational Park.
Ability to get along well with people, be honest,punctualand reliable.
Ability to remain calm and friendly.
Ability to physically work as aKitchen and RestaurantStaff member.
Ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
1-2 years of experience in a kitchen or food preparation role.
Ability to follow detailed recipes and work independently.
Knowledge of various cooking techniques and food preparation methods.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Mustpossessor be willing to obtain Utah Food Handlers Certification.
Understand and follow all ESQ procedures that relate to your job duties.
Work with a “safety-first” attitude.
Minimize your impact on the environment when at workand living onsite.
Treat our customers, co-workers, leadership teams, all internal guests withrespectand a hospitable service atmosphere must be projected at all times.
Allteammembersmustmaintainaneat,cleanand well-groomedappearance(specificstandardsavailableinthe Employee Handbook).
Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE. Itisyourresponsibilitytoreportdefective,damagedorlostPPE,orequipmentthatdoesnotfit properly, to yourManager.
Destination Zion Lodge is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.