Wawona Hotel offers opportunties outside of Yosemite Valley at our southern enterance at Highway 41 to Yosemite

Lead Operations at a Historic Yosemite Hotel Experience!

Posted: Jun 10, 2026

Wawona Location Manager- Yosemite

Aramark - Yosemite Hospitality

Yosemite National Park, California

Wages/Pay
$70,000.00 - $75,000.00 / year
Experience Level
Previous experience required
Job Start Date
Jun 10, 2026

The Wawona Hotel, a historic and charming property near Yosemite’s southern entrance, offers a unique, community-focused hospitality experience rooted in tradition and a relaxed pace. This L2 Operations Manager II role is responsible for ensuring high-quality service delivery by leading daily operations, developing team members, and strengthening client relationships while driving business performance. The position oversees key functions such as payroll coordination, compliance, recruiting, training, and operational optimization, with a strong focus on improving customer service, controlling costs, and supporting business growth. Ideal candidates bring at least five years of operations management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to guest satisfaction in a dynamic environment that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. The role offers a salary range of $71,000–$75,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

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Aramark - Yosemite Hospitality

Surrounded by ancient sequoia trees, endless wilderness, and the majestic beauty of El Capitan and Half Dome, our team at Yosemite provides guest hospitality like no other. With restaurants, hotels, and year-round activities, you will have a unique opportunity to live, work, and play in the ultimate outdoor playground. Spirit of adventure and memories await you at Yosemite!

Location
California
Season
Summer, Winter, and Year Round
Staff size
800-1500 (seasonal)
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
LOW cost of living; rent, and utilities are less than $20 per week. Housing is dormitory style living with 2-3 roommates. Amenities included are beds, wardrobes/closets, and shared laundry facilities.
Family housing available
Yes
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Intermittent
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