The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Dishwasher to join our team at Skyland Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Ensuring the health and safety of guests through exceptional standards of cleanliness, both in the kitchen and food and beverage serving equipment, is the core of this role. Apply now to get on board and collaborate with our team members, creating memorable experiences for our guests.

Pay $17.75 - $17.75 / 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?Using hands or a dishwasher to clean dishes, glassware, pots, pans, flatware, and kitchen items, ensuring all sanitizer levels on dish machines and pot sinks are at the specific requirements for health standardsStore clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipmentClean work area, including equipment, floors, walls, and cooking area, keeping the kitchen wares storage organisedRemove trash from the dish room and transport it to the dumpster, as well as clean and sanitize the garbage cans

More about youAbility to understand and follow directionsCapacity to work cooperatively with othersNo experience required

Physical requirementsMust be able to carry up to 50 lbs, placing items above and below head heightStanding, walking, bending for the duration of the shift, occasionally pushing and pulling to move equipment, mops, and broomsExposed to variable temperatures 

Shift details

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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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