Prep Cook, Skyland Lodge

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring seasonal Prep Cooks to join our team at Skyland Lodge in Shenandoah National Park , Virginia . You will never get bored coordinating multiple orders on demand in this fast-paced environment. If you are ready to showcase your precision and attention to detail in a supportive and collaborative environment, apply now.

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .

What we offer

• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal for local team members or free daily meals available for team members in employee housing
• Employee discounts - 30% off most items
• Referral bonus - earn $200 for each eligible referral
• Training 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

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
• Free rides to Luray
• Shared fire pit area for use in dorm area
• Meet guests and fellow team members from around the globe
• Tons of outdoor activities including camping, rock climbing, repelling, cycling, fishing, horseback riding

What will you do?

• Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations, complying with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, and label, date and wrap food products in accordance with ServSafe procedures
• Communicate with chef for any instructions or training
• Uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations and follow all safety, security and kitchen procedures
• Maintains food, utensils and equipment in a clean and orderly manner
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelines

More about you

• No experience or diploma required
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and follow instructions
• Capacity to use kitchen tools safely, including knives and small equipment ware

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, as well as stand and walk for the entire length of shift, possibly in a confined space
• Manual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipment
• Exposed to variable temperatures and damp environments, frequently immersing hands in water

Shift details

Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Weekends

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'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!

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