Entry Cook

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! 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 To Learn More, please review the

Benefits Eligibility Summary Job Summary:

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work and live in Grand Teton National Park. Ideal for individuals passionate about cooking and eager to gain experience in a professional kitchen, this entry-level role involves assisting with food preparation and maintaining kitchen operations.

Job Specifications:

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Starting Wage:

$17.75/hr + tips style="list-style-type:disc

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Employment Type:

Summer Seasonal 2026 style="list-style-type:disc

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Shift Type:

Full Time hours available style="list-style-type:disc

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Minimum Age:

At least 18 years of age style="list-style-type:disc

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Housing Availability:

Yes Job Responsibilities:

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• -Assist cooks in the preparation and service of menu items. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Taste all the food on the line and make sure it is up to specification. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Check and refill soups and other supplies during service to ensure sufficient supply is on hand. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Ensure preparation is always stays ahead. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Pick up store room requisitions as required. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Take and note meal breaks every day style="list-style-type:disc
• -Must be flexible and adapt to changes style="list-style-type:disc
• -Follow guideline requirement of our E.H.S. as well as proper disposal of oils at night style="list-style-type:disc
• -Perform opening and closing duties as assigned style="list-style-type:disc
• -Keep sanitation levels to company standards style="list-style-type:disc
• -Other duties as assigned by management style="list-style-type:disc
• -Help other departments when need arise style="list-style-type:disc
• -Attend all trainings and classes as assigned or advised by supervisor. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Other duties as assigned by your supervisor or

Senior Management Job Requirements:

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• -6 months kitchen food preparation experience. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Required to live on property in the assigned housing or employee RV park style="list-style-type:disc
• -Knowledge of different stations like grill, garde manger and sauté style="list-style-type:disc
• -High volume cooking experience. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Will work mostly indoors unless outside events organized style="list-style-type:disc
• -Knowledge of Kitchen Chemicals and MSDS style="list-style-type:disc
• -Equipment Used in

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Slicers, Choppers, Steam Kettles, Hot water Baths, Tilt Skillets, Ranges, Ovens, Fryers. style="list-style-type:disc

• -Clean White double-breasted chef's jacket, apron, checked pant / black pant and chef's hat provided by the company.

Firm black leather closed-toe and closed-back, rubber and slip-resistant soled shoes and belt to be provided by the employee. Name Tag, Calibrated Food Thermometer, Note Pad and Black sharpie provided by the company

Preferred Skills:

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• -Cold food preparation. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Familiarity with stations such as grill, garde manger, and sauté. style="list-style-type:disc
• -Experience in high-volume cooking and egg cookery. 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 TetonEmployee 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.