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Live. Work. Explore. as a Food Outlet Attendant for Mount Rushmore National Memorial!

Posted: May 27, 2026

Food Outlet Attendant

Mount Rushmore National Memorial - Xanterra Travel Collection

Keystone, South Dakota

Wages/Pay
$13.85 / hour
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Jun 16, 2026

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial!
Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We’re hiring Food Outlet Attendants to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:
The Food Outlet Attendant is responsible for assisting guests as the purchase items from the Food and Beverage outlets, including greeting guests, answering questions related to the food and menu items, and following procedures to capture the sale and purchase if items.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: Starting in May or June and ending in late September or October 2026
Pay: $13.85/hour
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Mount Rushmore:

  • Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)

  • On-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)

  • Fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities

  • Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world

  • The adventure of a lifetime!

Benefits:

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Wellness Program

  • Learning and Development Program

Perks:

  • Black Hills VIP Training Pass Discounts for local attractions

  • Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

  • Planned employee trips and activities

  • $350 Referral Bonus Program

    Responsibilities

  • Taking guest and/or employee orders and properly processes payment.

  • Maintain assigned cashier drawer and follow all cash handling and payment procedures.

  • Provides guest and/or employees with order, including serving hot and cold beverages.

  • Ensure service areas are clean, sanitized and properly stocked.

  • Ensure dining areas are clear of any dirty dishes, trash has been properly disposed, and surfaces have been sanitized.

  • Cleans floors, to include sweeping, mopping and vacuuming.

  • Replenishes supply of clean linens, silverware, glassware, and dishes in dining room.

  • Replenishes condiment bar with items such as ketchup, mustard, butter and jelly.

  • Removes and disposes of trash and recyclables.

  • Follow Company and departmental environmental and safety practices, policies, and procedures.

  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Previous food service experience is preferred.

  • Previous cash handling experience is strongly preferred.

  • Ability to provide excellent guest service.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where tasks and priorities can change quickly and with little notice.

  • Willing to “pitch-in” and help the team with tasks.

  • Must be a positive team player with flexible schedules who like to have fun and have the passion to work.

Physical Requirements include:

  • Constantly standing, walking, and handling.

  • Frequently reaching outward, reaching above shoulder, lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 12 pounds. 

  • Occasionally climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, bending, lifting/carrying 11-50 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 13-25 pounds.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Mount Rushmore National Memorial - Xanterra Travel Collection

Mount Rushmore National Memorial symbolizes the ideals of freedom and democracy; it is a tribute to four presidents: Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, and Lincoln, and their invaluable contributions to the founding, expansion, preservation, and unification of the United States. Each year, more than 3 million visitors from all over the world come to visit our nation’s Shrine of Democracy.

Location
South Dakota
Season
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Staff size
175
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Housing is dormitory-style living with 2-3 residents per room.
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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