Sous Chef - Glacier National Park

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Glacier National Park!

At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We’re hiring Sous Chefs to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, and competent people who share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: early-May through September or October 2026 (exact dates vary by location)Pay: TBDSchedule: Typical schedule is 45-50 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays). Subject to volume and park visitation levels.

Why Glacier National Park?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 are an authorized concessionaire in Glacier, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Glacier:

• Free Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Glacier National Park pass
• Free Red Bus Tours (if available)
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Our Sous Chefs must have a working knowledge of all BOH positions; equipment; and understanding of production records. Sous Chefs are responsible for leading the BOH team towards the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner. Being able to remain calm in a high stress environment is essential for these positions. Managers’ ServSafe Food Handlers certificate will be required. Class will be available while at property.  

• Maintain and enforce established Xanterra standards of sanitation throughout the BOH operations.
• Ensure that adequate training is done for all kitchen equipment for all staff.  
• Ensure that adequate pars of inventory items are maintained, adjusted and reacted to as business levels dictate.          
• Be on the floor 100% of the time during a meal service period to observe, monitor and follow-up in all areas of the BOH and FOH operations daily.
• Ensure that all stations are adequately supplied with production needs to serve for any meal period. Ensure the quality as well as the quantity.
• Accept responsibility for your BOH operations to be in complete readiness to open punctually for every meal period and serve every menu item for the length of that period.
• Follow and enforce Company and departmental environmental and safety practices, policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience in a high-volume or multi-outlet kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe or equivalent required).
• Ability to read, follow, and enforce standardized recipes and production sheets, proficiency in portioning and basic food cost calculations.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills; ability to train, motivate, and resolve on-shift issues in a fast-paced setting.

Experience:  

• At least 2 years of professional restaurant experience, demonstrating proficiency with standard kitchen equipment and a strong commitment to food safety.
• Must be able to effectively lead a team in a fast paced, high-pressure environment during times of the Location Chefs absence.

Education:  

• A high school diploma or equivalent level of education is required. 

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, and high noise levels.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, approximately 10 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.
• Work may involve walking on uneven terrain and moving between kitchen and storage facilities within the park’s lodges.  

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 veteran status.

Salary : $350