Would you like to kick off your culinary career with the National Parks? You're in the right place! We operate 9 unique locations allowing you to Live, Work (COOK) and Explore in some of the world's most beautiful places. From Yellowstone National Park to Zion National Park, we operate some of the most amazing hotels and lodges in 9 different locations!
Today, the Xanterra Travel Collection delivers a world of unforgettable experiences in the most beautiful places on Earth. We are the largest operator of lodges, restaurants, and other concessions in some of America’s most renowned national parks and the owner of some of the world’s top travel and adventure companies. We invite you to live, work, and explore in some of the most beautiful places on earth! Our team members are part of a welcoming community who work hard, share a passion for the environment, and enjoy creating memorable experiences for guests.
Low-cost housing and meals are included at most locations.
Employment with us gives you opportunities for adventure and life-changing experiences. Not only will you grow professionally, but you will also form lifelong friendships with people from all around the world.
Our most successful team members have several things in common:
An adventurous nature One of the bragging rights of working in a National Park is you get to say “I live where you vacation!” Through your many adventures, you’ll develop pride in being an ambassador of our national parks.
You find a sense of belonging living in a community and make lifelong friendships. Your friends, co-workers, and neighbors come from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Be prepared to have a roommate in a dorm and eat in a cafeteria-style setting.
A strong work ethic From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the number of visitors and tour groups increases dramatically. Be ready to work in a fast-paced environment.
A positive, contagious attitude while being able to embrace life without constant phone and internet connectivity. Please keep in mind that access to the internet is extremely slow due to limited bandwidth.
