Line Cook, Big Meadows Lodge

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Line Cook to join our team at Big Meadows Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. As part of our team, you’ll prepare dishes according to recipes and chef specifications in a fast-paced environment, serving guests from around the world.

Pay

$19.00 / hour

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal for local team members, or free daily meals 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 other locations nationwide
• Additional benefits, including insurance and vacation, available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties
• Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/week, including utilities and wi-fi
• Free daily meals 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

Responsibilities

• Properly measure, portion, and cook all food items in a timely manner
• Ensure 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 spoilage sheet

Requirements

• 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

Schedule

• Evenings, days, holidays, and weekends
• 8-hour shifts
• Events

About the Location

Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows—ideal for hiking, camping, biking, fishing, photography, or canoeing. On-site housing and a free meal during every shift are provided.

About the Company

Delaware North is a family-owned company with over 100 years of history, operating globally in iconic sports arenas, national parks, casinos, and more. We’re committed to helping you achieve your career goals while shaping the future of hospitality.