Kitchen Assistant, Yellowstone General Stores

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is a prominent hospitality and food service company with a legacy of over 100 years. As a family-owned business, Delaware North operates across multiple industries including sports arenas, national parks, casinos, hotels, and retail with a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. One distinctive aspect of Delaware North's operations is its unique presence in iconic locations such as Yellowstone National Park, which offers employees opportunities to work and live amidst some of America's most breathtaking natural landmarks. At Yellowstone General Stores, located throughout Yellowstone National Park including near Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, and Canyon Village, employees enjoy the chance to be part of the team maintaining operations in these awe-inspiring settings. The areas boast more than 1000 miles of hiking trails, 40 waterfalls, and 10,000 hydro-thermal features like hot springs and geysers, providing unparalleled recreational and adventure opportunities.

Joining Delaware North as a seasonal Dishwasher at Yellowstone General Stores represents an engaging and vital role within the company's food service division. The Dishwasher position is integral to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation essential for the health and safety of guests in a kitchen environment. This role specifically involves cleaning dishes, glassware, pots, pans, flatware, and other kitchen items both by hand and machine, while ensuring all sanitizer levels on dish machines and pot sinks meet strict health requirements. Beyond washing dishes, the Dishwasher plays a key support role in food preparation areas, assisting with buffet set-up and breakdown, food serving, and replenishment. Keeping the kitchen work area clean and organized—including equipment, floors, walls, and storage spaces—is also a crucial responsibility.

Delaware North offers this position on a seasonal basis with an hourly wage of $17.75. Employees enjoy weekly pay, flexible work schedules with 32 to 40 hours per week, and access to a wide range of benefits designed to enhance work-life balance and recreational engagement. Additionally, employee discounts provide 30% off non-grocery items, and there are low-cost healthcare options such as access to Yellowstone National Park urgent care facilities at a minimal weekly fee. The company values its workforce by providing opportunities for training, development, and internal mobility, enabling career growth within Delaware North's nationwide operations.

Employees at Yellowstone General Stores can choose from affordable dorm-style housing or full-hookup RV sites, both equipped with amenities such as free laundry and utilities. The workplace culture encourages employees to enjoy the natural surroundings with endless outdoor activities such as wildlife watching, cycling, camping, kayaking, horseback riding, and swimming. Proximity to Grand Teton National Park and the historic town of Cody, Wyoming, adds to the rich experience offered to team members.

Delaware North is committed to equal opportunity employment and fosters an inclusive work environment that respects all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Working with Delaware North means becoming part of a global legacy dedicated to providing great times in great places, with a supportive culture aimed at helping employees achieve personal and professional success. This Dishwasher role is a perfect entry-level position requiring no prior experience but offering a rewarding, active environment with diverse responsibilities and tangible contributions to guest satisfaction and operational excellence.