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Delaware North Kitchen Supervisor, Big Meadows Lodge in Luray, Virginia
The opportunity
Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring seasonal Kitchen Supervisors to join our team at Big Meadows Lodge in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. If you are an experienced Cook that enjoys working in fast-paced environment, taking pride in delivering quality service and food to guests, inspiring experiences are waiting for you! Apply now to join our collaborative team, supporting guests to explore culinary excellence.
Pay
$21.50 - $21.50 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer .
What we offer
Weekly pay
Free shift meal for local team members or free daily meals available for team members in employee housing
Employee discounts - 30% off most items
Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide
Note: Additional benefits including insurance and vacation are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties
Life in Shenandoah National Park
Looking for a new adventure? Be part of a tight-knit team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural wonder of Shenandoah National Park. With a great work/life balance, you can spend your time off exploring the over 500 miles of hiking trails.
Low-cost, recently updated dormitory housing available for $100/ week including utilities and wi-fi, and free daily meals available
Free rides to Luray for team members living in employee housing
Shared fire pit area for use in dorm area
Meet guests and fellow team members from around the globe
Tons of outdoor activities including camping, rock climbing, repelling, cycling, fishing, horseback riding
What will you do?
Create weekly dining room menus from personal or established recipes
Supervise food prep maintaining quality, presentation, and sanitation standards, while verifying portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies and procedures are maintained
Ensure all kitchen equipment is working efficiently, supervising team members with cleaning and food production in their areas, and maintaining cleanliness and organization of walk-ins and freezers, as well as supervising proper breakdown, rotation, labeling, dating, and storage of food
Actively maintain food cost within parameters set by culinary leadership
Perform opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines
More about you
Minimum two years' experience as a Line Cook, Lead Line Cook, or Kitchen Supervisor
Ability to effectively communicate with others in a leadership capacity
Attentive and detailed oriented with basic math skills to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements
Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment
No college degree required
Physical requirements
Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs
Standing, walking, bending for the duration of the shift, occasionally pushing and pulling to move equipment, mops, and brooms
Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids
Shift details
Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Weekends
Event based
Who we are
Shenandoah National Park offers over 200,000 acres of protected lands with lots to explore including cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, and quiet wooded hollows. It’s a great place to hike, camp, bike, fish, take photographs or go canoeing. We offer on-site housing and a free meal during every shift.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.