Job Details
Qualifications
- Sanitation
- TIPS
Benefits
- Employee discount
- Referral program
Job Description
Overview:
Positions start in May and run through November
Service with a smile. Join the Front of the House team in Yellowstone National Park!
Yellowstone National Park Lodges operates 31 restaurants within the park that range from fast-casual to fine dining. Approximately 2 million meals are served in Yellowstone every summer! Our parent company, Xanterra Travel Collection®, strives to use local and/or organic ingredients whenever possible for both guest and employee meals. More than 58% of Yellowstone’s food purchases come from sustainable sources. Learn more about the Food & Beverage department.
As a Server, you would be responsible for serving and providing meals and beverages to park visitors. Collect and accurately process forms of payment, ensuring guest satisfaction. You will also be communicating with guests, answering questions and conveying general park information.
Life in Yellowstone Includes
Live in our nation’s first National Park! Seasonal employees are guaranteed free dormitory-style housing at low cost that includes Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), laundry, and all utilities ($45.74 + tax per two-week pay period )
All meals provided at low cost including breakfast, lunch, and dinner ($170.81 + tax per two-week pay period )
No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck
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A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
Meeting people of all ages, from all over the country and world
Off Work Perks
Free Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more).
Employee discounts on retail, food & beverage, lodging, and activities in Yellowstone
Employee discounts at local gateway communities
Access to maintained campgrounds and back-country campsites inside and around the park
Over 1,000 miles of hiking trails inside the park itself
Fresh air, breathtaking views, and clear night skies
World-class wildlife viewing of bison, elk, moose, wolves, bears, and more
Approximately 500 geysers (the largest concentration in the world) and hot springs, including Grand Prismatic, the third-largest in the world
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Why Choose Yellowstone National Park Lodges
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 the primary authorized concessioner in Yellowstone, and as such, we are proud stewards of the park.
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Responsibilities:
Candidates will receive a complete job description if offered a position.
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Server ($7.25/hr + tips)
Work with our Hosts and Server Assistants to provide Park visitors with great dining experiences in our full service dining rooms. Prompt attention, a warm welcome, informative explanations of the menu options, and professional meal service are the basics of the position. Answering guest questions, directing guests to resources available to them, and sharing their own enthusiasm and knowledge of the Park take our service to the next level of excellence. Previous experience is required for this position.
Qualifications:
Qualifications include but are not limited to:
Ability to organize and prioritize under pressure while maintaining a calm and pleasant demeanor.
Ability to communicate effectively with guests, co-workers, and supervisors.
Ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly: Service procedures, beverage and food menus as appropriate, operation of point of sales system.
Knowledge of menu, specials and features.
Knowledge of basic sanitation.
Certification in the TIPS alcohol awareness program is required. Workshops will be provided if not currently certified.
Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:
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 status as a protected veteran.