Low-cost housing options, free meals, and recreational activities – join our team!

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is searching for seasonal Cooks to join our team at Kalaloch Lodge in Forks, Washington. Are you ready to showcase your culinary skills and take your career to the next level? Join our talented culinary team, where innovation and teamwork are valued and celebrated. Apply today and be a part of our mission to deliver exceptional dining experiences!

Pay

$18.50 – $18.82 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*

• 401 (k) with company match*

• Paid vacation days and holidays*

• Paid parental bonding leave*

• Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*

• Weekly pay

• Free shift meal

• Employee discounts – 30% off food, beverage, and retail items

• $15/ day commuter bonus for commutes 25+ miles

• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for eligible year-round team members

Life in Olympic National Park

Every day can be an adventure when you live and work in Olympic National Park. Get ready for an experience like no other with pristine beaches, mist-covered rainforests, snow-capped mountains, and hidden lakes to explore.

• Shared low-cost housing available for $85/ week, including wi-fi and all utilities

• Housing includes a communal living area with a TV and a kitchen for shared use

• Lots to explore on the Olympic Peninsula, with outdoor activities including hiking and whale watching

What will you do?

• Follow the supervisor’s assignments for food production and prepare food and beverage products for guests by following recipe guidelines, using proper preparation techniques, and sanitation guidelines

• Set up, operate, and clean kitchen equipment according to correct procedures, as well as keep workstations clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked

• Work cooperatively with team members and management

• Follow the supervisor’s assignments for opening and closing procedures

More about you

• Ability to read and understand recipes and food abbreviations

• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a high level of attention to detail

• Ability to work as a team player, follow procedures, and take directions

• Basic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurements

• No experience or diploma required

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift 20 lbs or more

• Ability to stand for long periods while also bending, lifting, and reaching

• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders

• Exposed to variable temperatures

Shift details

Days
Holidays
Weekends

Who we are

Kalaloch Lodge is located in Olympic National Park, steps from coast with nearby natural attractions including The Hoh Rainforest and Sol Duc Hot Springs. We offer our associates team members a free shift meal plus a free bus pass or a commute bonus for journeys over 30 miles one way.

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.