Lead Cook, Grant Grove
Req ID: 38945
Job type: Full-Time
Subsidiary: Parks & Resorts
The opportunity
Delaware North Parks and Resorts is searching for full-time Cooks to join our team at Grant Grove in Kings Canyon National Park, California. 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.
Pay
$19.00 – $19.00 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.
What we offer
Life in Kings Canyon National Park
Looking for a job with a side of adventure? Be part of a global team fortunate enough to live and work in the natural beauty of California’s Kings Canyon National Park! Each day inspires in special places like this.
- Low-cost shared dormitory housing available for $50/ week including utilities and wi-fi
- Housing includes free on-site laundry and communal area for cooking
- Live amongst the giant sequoias and the Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep
- Access to hundreds of miles of hiking trails with campsites, caves, mountains, rivers, and lakes to explore!
Benefits at Kings Canyon
- Weekly pay
- Free shift meal daily
- Employee discounts – 20% off food and beverage, 40% off retail
- 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
Note: Additional benefits including insurance and vacation are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties
What will you do?
- Work with the Chefs and supervisors to maintain proper kitchen cleanliness standards
- Work with the Chefs and supervisors to train new line cooks and utility workers
- 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
More about you
- 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
Physical requirements
- 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 and damp environment
Shift details
Day shift
Evening shift
Split shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Evenings as needed
Weekends
Every weekend
8 hour shift
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Event based
Overtime as needed
Who we are
Kings Canyon National Park offers some of the most spectacular hiking, backpacking, and photographic opportunities in the United States. We have a variety of on-site housing and RV Sites available for our team members. We also offer associate discounts on food, beverage, and retail.
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.
Based on a foundation of family and hospitality
When the Jacobs family started their humble popcorn and peanuts stand more than a century ago, they had no idea the venture would grow into one of the world’s largest privately owned hospitality companies. Delaware North has thrived for three generations, serving guests at iconic venues worldwide through innovation, integrity, and dedication.
Our team members are the heart and soul of our business, creating unforgettable guest experiences every day — from the first tee as the official catering partner of the PGA of America Championships and domestic Ryder Cup to a first-class meal at a dream Disney® location. We proudly offer countless growth and learning opportunities, guided by top-tier hospitality mentors.
Find connection, purpose, and growth at Delaware North.
Hourly benefits
Weekly
pay
For hourly team members
Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members
Employee Assistance
Program
For all team members
Referral
bonuses
For all team members
Flexible work
schedules
For all team members
Training and
development
For all team members
Salary benefits
Employee
assistance program
For all team members
Referral
bonuses
For all team members
Flexible work
schedules
For all team members
Training and
development
For all team members
Health, dental, and
vision insurance
For eligible team members
401(k) with up to
4% company match
For eligible team members
Paid vacation days and holidays
For eligible team members
Performance
bonuses
For eligible team members
Paid parental
bonding leave
For eligible team members
Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members
U.S. benefits
Every team member has the right to feel comfortable, safe, and secure at work. See what your Delaware North benefits package includes.
Employee
assistance program
For all team members
Referral
bonuses
For all team members
Flexible work
schedules
For all team members
Training and
development
For all team members
Health, dental, and
vision insurance
For eligible team members
401(k) with up to
4% company match
For eligible team members
Paid time off
and holidays
For eligible team members
Performance
bonuses
For eligible team members
Paid parental
bonding leave
For eligible team members
Employee discounts
(varies by location)
For eligible team members
Weekly
pay
For hourly team members
U.K. benefits
Work at some of the coolest venues in the U.K. and the world, and feel safe and secure while you do what you love.
See what your Delaware North benefits include.
Competitive
weekly pay
Casual and hourly team members
Training and
development
with Attensi, our award-winning training app
33-day holiday allowance
(including bank holidays)
for permanent team members
Favorable pension
contributions
for permanent team members
Employee discounts
and perks
Access to Drewberry App
Casual benefits
Competitive
weekly pay
Training and
development
Flexible work
schedules
Work at some of the world’s coolest venues
Permanent benefits
33-day holiday allowance
(including bank holidays)
Favourable pension
contributions
Employee discounts
and perks
Training and
development
Team member journeys
Artem’s story
Executive Chef, Lincoln Ristorante
Artem began his journey as a cook, later being promoted to sous chef and then executive chef.
September 2014
April 2018 to September 2019
March 2022 to present
Madeline’s story
Senior Analyst
After being hired as a front desk agent at the Westin, Madeline sought out mentorship from company leaders and quickly worked her way up to manager, then director, before landing herself a corporate senior analyst role.
April 2017
December 2017
October 2018
February 2022
August 2024
Becki’s story
Concessions Chef
Starting as a prep cook, Becki was promoted to a restaurant supervisor and then concessions chef in her first year. By her third year, she was a certified sous chef.
March 2016
March 2017
March 2017 to present
March 2019
March 2023 to present
Yuhi’s story
Director of Culinary
After working as a line cook and then sous chef, Yuhi left to pursue other interests before returning as an executive chef and being promoted to a director position.
(Rockefeller Center)
October 2003
May 2005
(Rockefeller Center)
April 2012
Morimoto Asia Orlando
January 2016
Patina Orlando
June 2022
Francesco’s story
Boxes Manager, Emirates Stadium
After Francesco helped alleviate issues as a stadium box waiter, he was given new challenges and promotions leading up to his current role as boxes manager.
2009 to 2010
2010 to 2013
2013 to present
Nicola’s story
Business Support Manager, Wembley Stadium
Starting with the eventual goal of becoming a full-time boxes manager at Wembley Stadium, Nicola successfully worked her way up from private box waiter.
February 2012
August 2013
March 2014
March 2015
September 2016
January 2017
August 2019
September 2023 to present
CHEFS® OVERVIEW
Delaware North is proud to offer an industry-leading, one-year program for emerging culinarians looking to develop their skills and progress their careers. Created in partnership with the Culinary Institute of America, CHEFS (Culinary & Hospitality Excellence for Future Success) provides hands-on executive chef mentorship, training, and coursework that results in ProChef I certification and a clear path to career success.
UK locations overview
Get excited. Working in one of the world’s coolest venues hardly feels like work at all. Between great teammates and the roar of the crowd, the atmosphere is electric with a job at a famous stadium or other iconic locations in London or Derby. Looking to be in the middle of the action? You’re in the right place.
Culinary life
UK team member life
