Out for an early summer kayak paddle on the glassy lake.

Join us in the heart of the Kenai Peninsula's Chugach Mountains

Posted: May 04, 2026

Line Cook

Trail Lake Lodge

Alaska

Wages/Pay
$18.00 - $22.00 / hour + tips
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Jun 01, 2026

Trail Lake is a smaller roadside lodge serving travelers, and a few 'locals' along the scenic Seward Highway. We value a team spirit, and a passion for giving our guests an experience as memorable and spectacular as our scenery. We look for people who appreciate being close to their natural surroundings, the unique experience of living in a small Alaskan town, and sharing those experiences with new friends.

The restaurant serves a pub-style menu with burgers, sandwiches, salads, and a variety of Alaskan favorites. Duties involve all aspects of the kitchen from cooking on the line, to food prep and some cleaning duties. Can be fast paced and requires a strong ability to work as a team.

Some baking experience helpful, but not required.

Starting dates begin in the second half of May and go through Labor Day. Most positions are completed before mid-September.

  • Staff dormitory housing is available on-site, with a communal kitchen, bath, and laundry areas. (2 employees per room) Housing charge is $9/day.

  • Shift meals included. Discounts on food, merchandise, and local tour operators are available.

  • Multiple outdoor recreation opportunities in nearby areas from the Kenai River to the Kenai Fjords National Park.

  • A shared company van is available for staff use, but driving your own vehicle is highly recommended if feasible. Both for the wonderful experience of the drive and the flexibility it gives for exploring the area while here. Moose Pass is not off-the-grid for Alaska, but it is isolated by most standards.

  • If arriving by air, transportation to and from the Anchorage airport and Trail Lake Lodge will be provided.

How to Apply

Please send a resume and a short summary what interests you in working in Alaska to Scott Defoor at scottdefoord4@gmail.com. Please include when is most convenient for a phone interview and which time zone you're in. 

Trail Lake Lodge

Come find some spectacular scenery and new best friends! Trail Lake Lodge was first established in the territory of Alaska in 1949. It’s nestled in the Chugach Mountains on the shore of a glacier-fed lake. We have 22 rooms, a full-service bar and restaurant, along with a lakeside pavilion for events.

Location
Alaska
Season
Spring, Fall, and Winter
Staff size
15
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Shared dormitory space and single room. Parking available for staff with vehicles. Full kitchen and communal bathrooms in dormitory. Free laundry and detergent!
Family housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Some meals / discounts
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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