Prep Cook, Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a part-time Prep Cook to join our team at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite in Fish Camp, California. You will never get bored coordinating multiple orders on demand in this fast-paced environment. If you are ready to showcase your precision and attention to detail in a supportive and collaborative environment, apply now.

Pay $18.50 - $18.50 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at

What we offer

• 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 in our employee dining room
• Commuter bonus - $10/day for 35+ miles and $20/day for 50+ miles
• Employee discounts - 20% off food and beverage, and 30% off retail
• Access to guest recreation equipment and activities
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

* Available for full-time, year-round team members

Embark on a thrilling journey at Tenaya Lodge! Nestled near Yosemite National Park's entrance, our mountain resort promises a year-round playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Join our global team in an awe-inspiring location that inspires every day.

• Proximity to outdoor attractions, including Yosemite National Park, Bass Lake, and Sierra National Forest
• Opportunity for outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, biking, rock climbing, camping, horseback riding, and much more!

What will you do?

• Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations, complying with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, and label, date and wrap food products in accordance with Serv Safe procedures
• Communicate with chef for any instructions or training
• Uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations and follow all safety, security and kitchen procedures
• Maintains food, utensils and equipment in a clean and orderly manner
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelines

More about you

• No experience or diploma required
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and follow instructions
• Capacity to use kitchen tools safely, including knives and small equipment ware

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, as well as stand and walk for the entire length of shift, possibly in a confined space
• Manual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipment
• Exposed to variable temperatures, frequently immersing hands in water

Shift details

Days
Holidays
M-F
Evenings as needed
Weekends

Who we are

Tenaya Lodge is a 4-diamond resort located just outside the south entrance to Yosemite National Park. Surrounded by beautiful trees and granite mountains, Tenaya Lodge is the perfect environment for outdoor enthusiasts with great hiking trails, waterfalls, rivers, and creeks to explore in and around Yosemite. We provide free mountain bike rental, weekly trips to Oakhurst, and employee discounts on lodging and services.

For local candidates, we offer a commute incentive for all commutes over 50 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.