Cook , Kalaloch Lodge

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is searching for seasonal Cooks to join our team at Kalaloch Lodge in Forks, Washington. As a Cook, you will partake in important food preparation for guest orders and communicate with serving team members. If you're passionate about creating extraordinary guest dining experiences and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

Apply today to join our team.

Must be able to work weekends.

$19.69 - $20.44 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at

• 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
• Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
• 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

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

• Prepare food to comply with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, ensuring proper food temperatures are maintained, food is stored correctly, the freshness and quality of all menu items, and packages all products to proper specifications
• Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked
• Use waste control guidelines and record all waste on the spoilage sheet
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory

• At least 1 year of previous experience in a back-of-the-house food-service position
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes
• Basic math skills, with the ability to calculate and follow recipe measurements
• No high school diploma or GED required

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more, reach up to seven feet, bend, and squat
• Standing and walking for the entire length of shift in moderate to high noise levels
• Manual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipment
• Exposed to variable temperatures

• Evenings
• Days
• M-F
• Weekends
• 8hr shift
• Holidays

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.