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
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Family housing available
Yes
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, associate pool 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 Associate pool and 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

Jobs in the Spotlight

Server

Gateway Canyons

Gateway, Colorado

Live and work at Travel & Leisure's #3 Best Resort in the West!

Job start date
Jun 04, 2026

Current Job Openings

    Culinary

    Culinary Associate

    $18.00 - $21.00 / hour + tips
    Gateway Canyon Resort

    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, Pool

    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.

    Food & Beverage

    Food & Beverage Server

    $12.14 / hour + tips
    Gateway Canyon Resort

    Our Servers provide excellent food and beverage service to patrons in any of our five venues and banquets - greeting and seating guest, delivery of menu, obtain beverage order, verbal presentation of menu to guest, inform guest of specials, delivery of beverages, obtain food order.

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

    • Maintain complete knowledge of table and seat numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, proper table set-up

    • Maintain complete knowledge of all liquor brands, beers and non-alcoholic selections, correct glassware and garnishes

    • Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items

    • Maintain complete knowledge of POS and manual systems

    • Complete opening side duties as assigned

    • Check quality and amount of all restaurant stock and supplies using checklist; stock all necessary supplies to restaurant

    • Set up all condiments and non-alcoholic beverages

    • Ensure a sufficient supply of all silverware, glassware and dinner ware for service; fold napkins

    • Setup side station with supplies and equipment

    • Properly store all reusable goods

    • Clean all equipment as assigned

    • Restock items for next service

    • Remove all soiled linen

    • Reset tables for next meal period

    • Complete all closing reports as assigned and leave duty after reporting to supervisor

    • Other duties as reasonably requested

    Seasonal position - $12.14/hour plus gratuities
    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, Pool

    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.

    Maintenance

    Maintenance Technician

    $20.00 - $22.00 / hour
    Gateway Canyon Resort

    Assist in maintaining the general condition of the property with regards to all aspects of basic electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and mechanical. Complete maintenance request work orders from all departments on a timely basis. Participate in the preventive maintenance program for all-building equipment and rooms. Complete other special projects assigned periodically by the Property Operations Manager.

    Full-time, year round position - $20.00-$22.00/hour
    Medical, Dental, Vision and other healthcare benefits
    401k Eligibility
    Associate Cafeteria
    Economical on-site housing
    Associate Clubhouse, Fitness Facility, Pool

    Food & Beverage

    Steward

    $15.85 - $16.60 / hour + tips
    Gateway Canyon Resort

    Resort Stewards exhibit organization, time management, cleanliness and awareness in regard to production, kitchen operations, food safety and HACCP guidelines.

    • Adheres to Resort specifications and standards in operating our dishwashing machines to wash designated restaurant and kitchen wares. 

    • Cleans and maintains equipment and dishwashing/kitchen/associate cafeteria/compactor/storage areas.

    • Assists in washing pots, pans and other kitchen utensils/equipment.

    • Completes other special cleaning projects as assigned.

    Seasonal position - $15.85 - $16.60/hour plus gratuity
    Paid Holidays / Sick Pay
    401k eligibility
    Associate Cafeteria
    End of Season Bonus
    Economical on-site housing - rent includes all utilities, internet & satellite
    Associate Clubhouse, Fitness Facility, Pool

    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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