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Skyland Lodge
Luray, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026

Compensation: $19.00 per hour

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring seasonal Cooks to join our team in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing dishes according to recipes and the chef’s specifications. If you like a fast-paced job, working with and serving guests from all over the world, and want to experience hands-on learning, our Parks and Resorts team invites you to apply today.

Pay

$19.00 – $19.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

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
  • 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

Life in Shenandoah National Park

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 for individuals who reside 50-plus miles from their worksite
  • Free rides to Luray for team members living in employee housing
  • Shared fire pit area for use in the dorm area
  • Meet guests and fellow team members from around the globe
  • Tons of outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, rappelling, cycling, fishing, and horseback riding

What will you do?

  • Properly measure, portion, and cook all food items promptly
  • Ensure that correct food temperatures are maintained, and food is stored safely
  • Perform opening, closing, and side work duties according to proper guidelines
  • Keep workstation and equipment clean, organized, and sufficiently stocked
  • Use waste control guidelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheet

More about you

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a prep cook or line cook
  • Ability to prioritize and complete food orders with speed and precision
  • Ability to follow procedures and take directions
  • Basic math skills to understand, calculate, and follow recipe measurements and proportions
  • No high school diploma or GED required

Physical requirements

  • Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, and blend a variety of foods and liquids.
  • Ability to carry large pans, weighing up to 50 pounds, and operate kitchen equipment
  • Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions
  • Exposed to variable temperatures
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