Cook 2 - seasonal

Location: Springdale, Utah

POWDR is an adventure lifestyle company that inspires every human being with cool experiences in awesome places. Within POWDR’s portfolio are seven mountain resorts including Copper Mountain and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Boreal Mountain Resort and Soda Springs in the Lake Tahoe region of California; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon, Snowbird in Utah and SilverStar Mountain Resort in British Columbia, Canada.  Included in the POWDR portfolio, is Stovepipe Wells located in Death Valley National Park, operated under a long-term concessions contract with the National Park Service.

Zion Lodge is in National Register of Historic Places designed in 1924 by Gilbert Stanley Underwood in the National Park Service rustic style. The Zion Lodge is a year-round operation with 76 hotels rooms, 6 suites and 40 cabins as well as a restaurant, outside grab and go café, bar, gift shop and auditorium space. In the year 2025 a coffee and wine bar will be opening.

Zion Lodge is a welcoming, safe, and environmentally responsible resort providing accommodations and services inside Zion National Park. Over the next few years, the resort will undergo upgrades to rejuvenate accommodations and dining for public enjoyment. Renewable energy projects and energy efficiency upgrades will also be completed as well as other Sustainability innovations. POWDR operates Zion Lodge under a long-term concession contract with the National Park Service.

Position: Cook 2

Location: Zion Lodge, Springdale, UT

Job Status: Seasonal

Start Date: March 1 - October 31, 2025  

What’s in it for you? 

• Proposed hiring rate of $18.20/hour, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience 

• Onsite employee housing and employee meals at $12.50 per day 

• Free onsite laundry facility, free shuttle service, WiFi, and employee gym 

• Discounts on food, retail, and gear 

• Complimentary access to most POWDR-owned resorts 

• Generous benefit package for full-time employees 

• Career development and growth opportunities available here and at our facilities across POWDR 

• A connection with people who share the same passions and embrace each other’s unique and individual styes 

Job Summary: 

The Cook 2 is responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of food items, managing food prep stations, and assisting in training Cook 1 staff. This position requires a moderate level of experience and knowledge of kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality meals are delivered to guests. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, ensuring quality and consistency. 

• Work efficiently in various kitchen stations, including grill, fry, sauté, and prep areas. 

• Assist in supervising and training Cook 1 staff in food preparation and kitchen safety. 

• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices according to ServSafe standards. 

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations. 

• Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries, monitoring inventory, and stocking supplies. 

• Operate kitchen equipment safely and perform routine maintenance and cleaning. 

• Contribute to menu planning and suggest new dishes or improvements.