State Parks - Claytor Lake State Park - Food Service Ranger - Open Until Filled
Hourly Rate: $14.00
Join the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) in preserving access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure. Claytor Lake State Park is accepting applications for Food Service Ranger positions.
About the role
Food service rangers provide customer service, prepare and serve food and refreshments, and keep the kitchen area and equipment clean and operable.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service
- Perform upkeep of concession area, including sweeping, mopping, cleaning tables, removing trash, and litter
- Prepare and serve food and refreshments
- Keep the kitchen area and equipment clean and operable, and wash dishes
- Collect payments and reconcile cash register
Requirements
- Applicant must be at least 16 years old
- Be able to count money and do simple math
- Be courteous to guests
- Be able to answer questions about the park
- Communicate effectively
Qualifications
- Prior food service and/or cash register experience
- Serf-Safe Food Handler certification preferred
Additional Considerations
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.
Wage/seasonal positions are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30 and are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits
DCR employees receive the following discounts at Virginia State Parks:
- Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks
- Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people
- Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night before a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day
- Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights (two-night minimum stay required; bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts included; one-night yurt stays receive a 25% discount)
DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts.