Park Naturalist jobs in Idaho Falls, ID

Overview

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

We operate 47 dining venues, including dining rooms, fast-casual, cafeterias, bars, employee facilities, delis and snack shops.

It's high volume, fast-paced and fun! Almost half of the Yellowstone summer staff work for the Food and Beverage Operation! If you are interested in starting or enhancing your food and beverage career, the kitchen is a great place to start.

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

As a Host , you would be responsible for greeting guests, accepting reservations, organizing wait-lists and seating charts to maintain smooth dining room flow.

The Details :

Position Type : Seasonal

Season Dates : Late April 2024 - Late October 2024

Pay : $15.50 / hr

Schedule : Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days / per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Yellowstone National Park?

As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Yellowstone :

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style). Room & Board costs equal to $17.00 / day and are deducted bi-weekly (approximately $234.00) from your paycheck
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included
• No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck
• A 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!

Benefits and Perks :

• Free Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more).
• Employee discounts on retail, food & beverage, lodging, and activities in Yellowstone
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• Access to maintained campgrounds and back country campsites inside and around the park
• Over 1,000 miles of hiking trails inside the park itself
• Fresh air, breathtaking views, and clear night skies
• World-class wildlife viewing of bison, elk, moose, wolves, bears, and more
• Approximately 500 geysers (the largest concentration in the world) and hot springs, including Grand Prismatic, the third largest in the world

Responsibilities

Host ($15.50 / hr)

Greet and seat guests, accept reservations, organize wait-lists and seating charts to maintain smooth dining room flow.

Develop and maintain positive communication with Servers, Server Assistants, and the Manager on duty in the dining room.

Qualifications

• Ability to organize and prioritize under pressure while maintaining a calm and pleasant demeanor.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly : Service procedures, beverage and food menus as appropriate, operation of point of sales system.
• Knowledge of menu, specials and features.
• Knowledge of basic sanitation.
• Certification in the TIPS alcohol awareness program is required. Workshops will be provided if not currently certified.

Physical Requirements include :

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, approximately 8 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.

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.

Last updated : 2024-03-24