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Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, FREE Employee housing, an easy and affordable meal plan, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Other Employee Benefits

• Paid SICK time

• Paid PTO after 500 hrs.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Excellent training and professional development

• Referral Program

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Job Summary:

You are expected to adhere to the company’s mission, vision and value statements. Be knowledgeable of the company’s management systems, policies and initiatives for Hospitality, Environmental, and Health and Safety. You have specific responsibilities within these areas and are expected to understand them. Responsible for preparing and serving of menu items and for cleanliness of assigned stations. Ensures the kitchen is kept in a clean, neat and organized condition according to federal health standards.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $19.25/hr

• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026

• Shift Type: Full Time

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Roasting, broiling, braising, frying and sauté' of entrees.

• Preparing vegetables and garnishes.

• Making sauces.

• Making soups, stocks.

• Preparing menu items for dining rooms and banquets.

• Preparing and serving hot appetizers.

• Performing job-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Must be flexible and adapt to changes, other duties as assigned.

Job Requriments:

• Basic reading, writing, math skills

• 1 year culinary experience

• Strong written and verbal English skills.

• Must be a self-starter, fast, and even-tempered.

• Familiar with high quality and fast production service.

• Able to work under high pressure.

• Food safety certificate

What's In It For You?

• FREE Dormitory Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites

• FREE Wi-Fi

• FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park

• FREE Participation in guest activities: Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever – living in one of the most picturesque national parks!

• FREE Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls, Employee Gyms (Climbing Wall at JLL) and watersports equipment.

• 40% retail discounts plus online ProDeals

• 20% grocery and restaurant discounts

• $112/week Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria (mandatory for dorm residents, optional for RVers, FREE for Salary roles)

Before you apply, visit for detailed information about housing and other information you will find helpful.

We are committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability through zero waste, energy and water conservation, green dining and retail, volunteerism, and education. Grand Teton Lodge Company offers an amazing place to live and work, as well as FREE dormitory housing.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.