Seasonal Cook – Historic Wyoming Inn & Restaurant

Company Overview

The Historic Elk Mountain Hotel is looking for a Seasonal Cook to join our small, hands-on team for the busy season (May through October).

This is a great opportunity for a cook who enjoys working in a tight-knit kitchen, values quality over volume, and takes pride in preparing thoughtful, homemade meals in a unique, historic setting.

Our kitchen focuses primarily on dinner service (5–8pm), along with breakfast for guests and occasional lunch or special events. While the volume is manageable, the expectation is high — we care deeply about consistency, presentation, and creating a memorable experience for every guest.

What You’ll Be Doing

This is a hands-on cooking role where you’ll be involved in all aspects of kitchen operations.

Kitchen Execution

• Prepare and cook meals with a focus on quality, consistency, and presentation

• Execute breakfast and dinner service, with occasional lunch or event support

• Maintain safe food handling practices and a clean kitchen environment

Prep & Operations

• Handle daily prep, inventory checks, and receiving orders

• Assist with ordering and organizing kitchen supplies

• Minimize waste and help manage food costs

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with the General Manager, kitchen staff, and front-of-house team

• Help ensure smooth service for both regular dining and special events

• Train or support less experienced team members as needed

All-Hands Environment

• Step in wherever needed — including dishwashing, cleaning, and kitchen reset

• Help maintain equipment and communicate any issues quickly

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Morning prep and breakfast support

• Midday prep, inventory, and kitchen organization

• Dinner service from approximately 5–8pm

• Clean-down and reset for the next day

This is a small operation, so flexibility and a team-first mindset are essential.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years professional cooking experience

• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency

• Strong work ethic with reliability throughout the full season

• Ability to work long shifts (8+ hours) and lift up to 50 lbs

• Positive attitude, strong communication, and ability to perform in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary school or formal training

• Creativity in developing specials or menu ideas

• Experience mentoring or training junior staff

Compensation, Benefits & Lifestyle

Monthly Compensation: $2,000 – $4,000 depending on experience

Housing May Be Available

• Shared staff housing options may be provided (details discussed during interview)

Why People Love Living in Elk Mountain

• Access to Wyoming’s incredible outdoor recreation

• Small-town community with authentic Western charm

• Unique historic property with a loyal guest following

• Opportunity to shape the future of a one-of-a-kind hospitality business

Additional perks may include flexible scheduling, food and coffee during shifts, and the chance to be part of a small, family-oriented hospitality team.