Fresh air. Fresh opportunities.
At Delaware North, we are leaders in the hospitality and foodservice industry. The places we operate—hotels, resorts, cultural attractions, and national and state parks—make countless memories for millions of guests each and every year. Our talented associates bring a rare attention to detail to every property in our care, and to every individual we serve across our diverse operating companies.
At Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks our associates live and work in a dramatic landscape with beauty, and diversity—huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world's largest trees. To assist our associates, we offer discounts on meals and a shuttle to the nearest town two hours away to allow associates to go shopping or visit friends in town.
About Delaware North at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Situated in the heart of California’s forests, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are immersed in stunning scenery and landscapes. Mountains, foothills, deep canyons, caverns, and the world’s largest trees are just some of the experiences enjoyed by Delaware North team members.
At Sequoia National Park, Delaware North Parks and Resorts operates the year-round Wuksachi Village & Lodge. Summer operations include the: Lodgepole Center, Wolverton Meadow, and Bearpaw High Sierra Camp.
At Kings Canyon National Park, Delaware North Parks and Resorts operates the year-round Grant Grove Village. In the summer months, job opportunities are available at Cedar Grove.
The Employee Experience
Looking for a job you love? It’s easy when your office address is in one of the world’s most storied national parks. The 2023 season offers plenty of opportunities for you to join the team and experience Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks from within and on the outside!
The team member experience is filled with creating new friends and connections with your teammates and guests. Delaware North team members come together from diverse cultures and backgrounds and work together to enhance the guest experience.
Sequoia National Park is home to the giant Redwoods that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. While at Sequoia, you will have the opportunity to see the world’s largest tree, the General Sherman, tucked away in the Giant Forest. At Kings Canyon National Park, you are surrounded by some of the most breathtaking hiking and backpacking trails. There are countless opportunities to grow your career here while working with Delaware North team members from all around the world.
Ideal Candidate
If you enjoy making connections with your team members and guests from all over the world, Sequoia and Kings Canyon is the right place for you. Delaware North team members come together with the shared vision to enhance the guest experience and if you are looking for exciting, fast-paced work look no further than Sequoia or Kings Canyon National Parks. There are countless opportunities for growth and hands-on, real-world learning with the range of jobs available at the two parks. Retail, food and beverage, reception, culinary, housekeeping, maintenance, recreation, and HR roles are just some of the exciting opportunities available here.
Room and Board
Housing is available at both Sequoia and Kings Canyon for a use fee of $50 or $65 / week depending on the location.
The accommodation is double occupancy, rustic cabins with beds, dressers, tables, and shared bathrooms. There is a communal laundry facility available at both properties. Food, cooking, or grilling is not allowed in the cabins, but there is a communal kitchen available to use.
Pets are not permitted in housing at Sequoia or Kings Canyon.
Employee Perks
The best part about working at Sequoia or Kings Canyon is when you’re not working! Here are just some of the perks available:
- FREE Wi-Fi
- 50% discount on meals
- FREE sightseeing tour of the national park
- Shuttle bus service to nearest town, 2 hours away, with plenty of shopping opportunities
- Team member of the month program
- Team member appreciation cookouts
- Park Swap: work at Sequoia or Kings Canyon for the day (depending on your full-time location)
Getting Here and Getting Around
We provide Delaware North team members transportation from Fresno or Visalia Airports CA, Fresno train station, or Visalia bus station to Sequoia or Kings Canyon National Park. Team members are responsible for arranging their travel to California. There’s no public transport available in the parks, so team members who bring their own vehicle will experience greater mobility during their season with us.
For Fun
The best reasons to work at Sequoia and Kings Canyon are when you're not working. These are just some of the exciting opportunities:
- 800-miles of hiking trails
- Horseback riding
- Fly fishing
- Star gazing
- Campfire activities
- Cave tours
- Sightseeing tours to the giant Redwoods that cannot be found anywhere else in the world