First Cook, Yellowstone General Stores

The opportunityDelaware North Parks and Resorts is searching for seasonal First Cooks to join our team at Yellowstone General Stores in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. 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 These positions are for the 2026 Spring/Summer Season.Pay $18.25 - $18.25 / hourInformation on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.What we offerWeekly payEmployee discounts – 30% off non-grocery itemsFlexible work schedules – you can expect to work 32-40 hours per weekLow-cost access to Yellowstone National Park urgent care facilities ($8.12/ week)Free and low-cost recreational opportunities, including the Yellowstone Employee Recreation Program (YCERP), which offers sports, equipment rental, guided hikes, raft trips, educational seminars, and moreReferral 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 nationwideNote: Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North propertiesLife at Yellowstone General StoresLooking for a job you love? Be part of a global team fortunate enough to live and work in Yellowstone National Park, our nation’s first National Park With nearly 3500 square miles of park and 1000 miles of trails, you'll never get bored. Each day inspires in special places like this.Dorm-style housing is available for $50/ week, including free laundryFull RV hookups range from $50 to $80/ week, including water, sewer, and electricityMeals provided at $75/ week (optional for RV residents)Endless adventure opportunities in Yellowstone include wildlife watching, cycling, camping, kayaking, horseback riding, swimming, and much moreClose access to Grand Teton National Park and historic western town Cody, WyomingWhat will you do?Prepare and serve hearty meals for team members by following detailed recipes and cooking instructions while using proper techniques and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. Set up, operate, and clean kitchen equipment according to correct procedures, as well as keep workstations clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stockedPerform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory Receive and check deliveries for quantity and qualityRemove trash, recycle, and compost from the dish room and transport it to the correct dumpster, as well as clean and sanitize the garbage cansUse waste control guildelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheetPerform other duties assignedMore about youAt least 1 year of previous experience in a back-of-the-house foodservice position  Ability to effectively communicate with others in a leadership capacity Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes Basic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurements No high school diploma or GED required Physical requirementsMust be able to lift 50 lbs or moreAbility to stand for long periods while also bending, lifting, and reachingAbility to place items above and below head heightAbility to move rapidly and coordinate multiple ordersExposed to variable temperaturesShift detailsDaysEveningsHolidaysWeekendsWho we areYellowstone General Stores are located throughout Yellowstone National Park including near Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, and Canyon Village. The locations offer the opportunity to explore more than 1000 miles of hiking trails, 40 waterfalls, and 10,000 hydro-thermal features like hot springs and geysers. We offer dorm-style employee housing or full-hookup RV sites. We also offer an employee meal program, store discounts, and recreational activities in Yellowstone National Park for our team members.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’t 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’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals. Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. $18.25 - $18.25 / hour