Discovery Awaits in the Land of Awe

Gateway Canyons

Currently recruiting for the season from March 1st, 2026 to November 30th, 2026.

Gateway Canyons is one of Colorado's hidden gems! Located in the red rock canyon country in western Colorado, the Resort offers adventure, learning, and relaxation in one of the most spectacular landscapes in the country.   Forbes Travel Guide - 2017 Star Award Winner 2017 Travel & Leisure Best in Colorado, #3 Best Resort in the West 2016 Conde Nast named Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa #12 in World

Located on scenic Highway 141, 45 miles southwest of Grand Junction

Location
Colorado
Season
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Staff size
150
Housing
Employer housing is not available, but resources are provided to help staff find housing in our area.
Single occupancy housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Good

About Gateway Canyons

Explore. Discover. Breathe.

Amenities include lodging, dining, UTV tours, horseback riding, and spa.

The Employee Experience

Live and work in the beautiful red rock canyon country of Western Colorado.  Discover a place where wonder, adventure and relaxation meet. Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa rests on 180 acres in the red rock canyons of western Colorado. 72 room luxury Resort with amenities that include lodging, dining, UTV and Jeep tours, horseback riding, & full service spa.  Enjoy the geographical, historical, and archeological aspects of the area through Resort activities or explore on your own.  If quiet, peaceful surroundings is to your liking, we have that too!  Gateway Canyons offers economical on-site housing, and Clubhouse complete with fitness/workout room.

Ideal Candidate

  • Enjoys living and working in remote areas
  • Flexible with our current ever-changing and non-typical work environment
  • Has a passion for adventure and creating exceptional guest experiences
  • Has a desire to learn about the history and geology of the Gateway area

Room and Board

On-site, affordable housing.  30 Apartments - 20 furnished & 10 unfurnished, 8 Duplex units, 10 Dorm units

Housing facilities also offer an employee Clubhouse, complete with a yoga room and fitness equipment.

Employee Perks

Our employees say the best thing about working at Gateway Canyons is they get to work with great people!

Our employees are welcome - and encouraged - to take of advantage of Resort amenities.

And we have great benefits! 

  • On-site economical housing

  • Paid Holidays / Sick Time

  • 401k Eligibility

  • Employees get 50% off on all activities, including spa treatments

  • 40% off on retail items

  • 30% off in restaurants

  • 'Friends & Family' rate for Lodging

  • Associate Cafeteria

  • On Demand pay


 

Getting Here and Getting Around

Getting here requires a personal vehicle - or a good friend with a vehicle.  Public transportation to/from/around the Resort is not available.  Once at the Resort employees can easily walk or ride a bike around the Resort.

For Fun

  • Hiking
  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Backpacking
  • Climbing
  • Horseback riding
  • Star Gazing
  • Work-out in the Associate Clubhouse

Current Job Openings

    Culinary

    Culinary Associate

    Gateway Canyon Resort
    $18.00 - $21.00 / hour

    Resort Culinary Team hiring Line Cooks & Prep Cooks

    Prepare

    • Prepare, plan, prep, organize the line setup and provide quality service in all areas of food production.

    • Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental and resort policies/procedures.

    • Ensure all prep work is maintained throughout shift.

    • Maintain excellent working knowledge of department menu items, ingredients and recipes.

    • Inspect the cleanliness and organization of the line and workstations; rectify any deficiencies; maintain through the shift.

    • Organize all various prep items needed from different areas to ensure all items are in place and ready for service.

    • Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by health department and Resort requirements.

    • Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.

    • Other duties as reasonably requested.

    Seasonal position - $18.00 - $21.00/hour
    Paid Holidays / Sick Time
    401k Eligibility
    Friends & Family Discount
    Associate Cafeteria
    Economical on-site housing - rent includes all utilities, internet & satellite
    Associate Clubhouse, Fitness Facility

    Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

    Culinary

    Resort Chef

    Gateway Canyon Resort

    Works closely with the Executive Chef in leading a team of employees working in multiple outlets throughout the resort. Responsibilities include supervision of kitchen operations, training, creating and costing of menus, maintaining proper food storage, quality execution of all food going out to guests and maximizing employee morale and productivity.

    Prepare, plans, preps, organizes the line setup and provides quality service in all areas of food production. Assists in developing a progressive, exciting, specialty restaurant food program, incorporating healthy farm-to-table, produce, ingredients, and products. Exhibits organization, time management, cleanliness and awareness in regards to food production, food and plate presentation, kitchen line operations, food safety and HACCP guidelines. Understands basic industry food, wine, service trends, and is active in continued culinary development and education. Possess artistic talent.

    • Understand the importance of and adhere to Gateway Canyons’ service standards for exceptional service. Become familiar with activities and amenities of Gateway Canyons that are offered to guests.

    • Responsible for daily operation and production for their outlet; ensures entire outlet operates under HACCP/Serve Safe guidelines, standards

    • Ensure staff adheres to culinary guidelines.

    • Performs duties regarding: Paperwork – employee information form, payroll, separation notices, employee reviews, employee consultations, disciplinary action, workers comp form, first injury reports, Food & Beverage Guidelines and uniform paperwork; Financial - Forecasting, scheduling, costing schedule, variance reports, cost transfers and I.D.T.s; End of Month Responsibilities – Taking and extending physical inventory, getting signatures on all IDTs that your outlet is responsible for and turn them in to accounting

    • Develops and set standards for food program.

    • Checks quality of all food served and produced daily.

    • Responsible staff has proper equipment to perform tasks and in good working condition.

    • Responsible for ordering and receiving all provisions needed for outlet operation.

    • Possesses excellent plate presentation creativity and can create menu and recipe items from scratch.

    • Ability to take charge and provide leadership in a variety of situations.

    • Other duties as reasonably requested.

    Salaried position - $60,000-$70,000 annually
    Medical, Dental, Vision & Life benefits
    Incentive Bonus Plan
    401k Participation
    Incentive bonus plan
    Associate Cafeteria
    Economical on-site Resort housing

    Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

    Property Operations

    Pool Maintenance Technician

    Gateway Canyon Resort
    $19.00 - $23.00 / hour

    Clean and maintain swimming pools and Jacuzzis in a safe and sanitary condition; brush and vacuum swimming pool according to established procedures; scrub pool tiles. Check and perform preventive maintenance on pumps, chlorinators, heating and filtration equipment to maintain operative condition. Clean and disinfect pool deck area. 

    Complete other special projects assigned periodically by Department Manager.

    Full-time, year round position - $19.00-23.00/hour
    Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Benefits
    401k Participation & Match
    Friends & Family Discount
    Associate Cafeteria
    Economical on-site housing
    Associate Clubhouse, Fitness Facility

    Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.


     

    Security

    Security Officer

    Gateway Canyon Resort
    $20.00 - $22.00 / hour

    Our Security Team provides and maintains a safe, secure and serene environment for Guests and Associates. 

    • Maintains a high level of awareness

    • Works alone (often at night over 1 hour away from law enforcement assistance) and is self motivated to accomplish daily operations

    • Handles sensitive information and valuable property with integrity and confidentiality

    • Maintains a professional appearance, demeanor and attitude

    • Is responsible for:

      • Patrol (foot and vehicle of all properties and facilities)

      • Monitors and operates Security Camera Systems

      • Handles change orders for the Resort

      • Handles lost and found

      • Investigation and report writing

      • Responds to all burglar/fire/trouble alarms

      • Responds to associate and guest calls for service

      • Responds to all incidents and coordinates with General Manager/EMS/Fire/Law

      • Secures designated areas at the appropriate times

      • Loss prevention

      • Maintains security vehicles and equipment

    Full time, year round position; $20.00-$22.00/hour
    Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Benefits
    401k Participation
    On Demand Pay
    Associate Cafeteria
    On-site Housing

    Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance. 

    Spa

    Spa Therapist

    Gateway Canyon Resort

    Discover a place where wonder, adventure and relaxation meet. Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa rests on 180 acres in the red rock canyons of western Colorado. 72 room luxury Resort with amenities that include lodging, dining, UTV and Jeep tours, horseback riding, full service spa.

    • Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.

    • Models exceptional customer service skills for the entire clinic staff to emulate.

    • Maintain a flexible schedule based on business demands and/or marketing events.

    • Exhibits a professional demeanor through appearance and by maintaining a positive attitude.

    • Assists in updating training procedures, motivating retail sales

    • Ensures that the guest experience is pleasant in regard to atmosphere, service and quality.

    • Current on the latest spa/salon trends and assists in developing treatment packages accordingly.

    • Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.

    • Assist business through maintaining and adhering to all applicable local and state licensing laws and regulations related to the massage therapy services provided, and treatment rooms available.

    • Anticipate guest's needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.

    • Maintain positive guest and employee relations at all times; resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.

    • Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.

    • Perform opening procedures; schedule guest appointments; handle no show appointments; perform closing procedures.

    • Maintain accurate accounting and cash handling procedures.

    • Conduct appointments according to guest’s comfort and desire; follow departmental massage/body treatment sequence/protocol.

    • Follow soiled linen/laundry procedures.

    • Greet guests; verify medical releases from guests with applicable medical conditions.

    • Sell merchandise; strive to attain retail goals.

    • Other duties as reasonably requested.

    Seasonal/On-call position - Commission based
    Paid Holidays / Sick Time
    401k Eligibility
    Friends & Family Discount
    Associate Cafeteria
    Economical on-site housing - rent includes all utilities, internet & satellite
    Associate Clubhouse, Fitness Facility

    Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

How to Apply

Please check back mid January for the 2026 Hiring Season job postings!

Apply online via the link below.

To manually apply: from our website main page, click on Contact in upper left corner. Scroll down to Job Opportunities.

Print, complete and return your application:

Via Mail – P.O. Box 339, Gateway, CO  81522
Via Email – hr@gatewaycanyons.com
Via Fax - 970.931.2823

Apply Now

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