Come Cook and Live Where Others Vacation – Sawtooth Mountains, Pay, and Housing

Line Cook – Live & Work in the Sawtooth Mountains (Housing Included | $21/hr | Starts June 1)

If you’ve ever wanted to spend a summer surrounded by mountain peaks, alpine lakes, and endless adventure—this is your spot.

We’re looking for a solid, hardworking Line Cook to join us at Smiley Creek Lodge, a high-energy, remote lodge in the heart of Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains. This isn’t a boring kitchen job—this is the kind of place where you finish a shift and go jump in a mountain lake, fish a river, ride trails, or just sit under one of the darkest night skies you’ve ever seen.

Why This Job Doesn’t Suck

• You’re not stuck in a city—you’re in the mountains

• Housing is included (no stress trying to find a place)

• Tight crew, good people, no drama

• Work hard, but actually live your life outside of work

• Lakes, hiking, fishing, swimming, and adventure are literally minutes away

The Job

We run a busy lodge kitchen serving travelers, locals, and adventure seekers all summer long. You’ll be:

• Cooking on the line during high-volume service

• Keeping your station clean, stocked, and dialed

• Working with a small, efficient crew

• Jumping in where needed (team mentality matters here)

We’re not looking for a “fancy chef”—we want someone reliable, fast, and takes pride in what they put out.

Pay & Details

• $21/hour

• Housing included

• Start Date: June 1 (or earlier if you’re ready)

• Full summer season opportunity

• Friendly pets allowed

Who You Are

• You can keep up when it gets busy

• You show up on time and handle your business

• You’re easy to get along with (this is a small crew—attitude matters)

• You like the outdoors and aren’t afraid of a little dirt, weather, or adventure