The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is searching for a seasonal Cook to join our team at Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. Are you ready to showcase your culinary skills and take your career to the next level? Join our talented culinary team, where innovation and teamwork are valued and celebrated. Apply today and be a part of our mission to deliver exceptional dining experiences!

Pay $19.00 - $19.00 / hour

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

What we offerWeekly payFree shift meal for local team members, or free daily meals available for team members in employee housingEmployee discounts - 30% off most itemsReferral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referralTraining and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

Note: Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties

Life in Shenandoah National Park

Looking for a new adventure? Be part of a tight-knit team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural wonder of Shenandoah National Park. With a great work/life balance, you can spend your time off exploring the over 500 miles of hiking trails.

Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/ week, including utilities and wi-fi, and free daily meals available for individuals who reside 50-plus miles from their worksiteFree rides to Luray for team members living in employee housingShared fire pit area for use in the dorm areaMeet guests and fellow team members from around the globeTons of outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, rappelling, cycling, fishing, and  horseback riding

What will you do?Follow the supervisor's assignments for food production and prepare food and beverage products for guests by following recipe guidelines, using proper preparation techniques, and sanitation guidelinesSet up, operate, and clean kitchen equipment according to correct procedures, as well as keep workstations clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stockedWork cooperatively with team members and managementFollow the supervisor's assignments for opening and closing procedures

More about youAbility to read and understand recipes and food abbreviationsCapable of working in a fast-paced environment with a high level of attention to detailAbility to work as a team player, follow procedures, and take directionsBasic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurementsNo experience or diploma required

Physical requirementsMust be able to lift 20 lbs or moreAbility to stand for long periods while also bending, lifting, and reachingAbility to move rapidly and coordinate multiple ordersExposed to variable temperatures

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Who we are

Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with lots to explore including cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows. It’s a great place to hike, camp, bike, fish, take photographs or go canoeing. We offer on-site housing and a free meal during every shift.

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\u2019t 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\u2019re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we\u2019re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we\u2019re shaping the future of hospitality \u2014 come grow with us!

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