Work at the Grand Canyon: where careers and adventure meet
At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. We empower you to do great work in a company with over 100 years of success, stability, and growth. If you have the drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.
Delaware North at Grand Canyon is all about the experience of living and working in one of the natural wonders of the world. Since 1998 we have been the food and beverage, retail, and lodging provider at Yavapai Lodge and Trailer Village RV Park.
About Delaware North at the Grand Canyon
Delaware North at Grand Canyon is hiring seasonal and year-round team members. Come live, work, and play at one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world!
We operate retail stores inside of the Grand Canyon National Park including Canyon Village Marketplace, Desert View Market, Trading Post, and the Tusayan General Store, a satellite store located one mile from the park gate in Tusayan, AZ. We also operate Yavapai Lodge with its 358 guest rooms, a newly renovated gift shop and front desk area, and an expanded food and beverage operation which includes a full-service bar.
We offer retail sales, grocery, and hotel operations opportunities, including front desk workers, housekeepers, and food and beverage positions. Our mission is to provide each guest with the highest value for the products and services we offer, conduct business in a professional and ethical manner, and preserve and protect the park’s delicate resources.
The Employee Experience
Looking for a job you love? It’s easy when your office address is in one of the world’s most storied national parks. We offer plenty of opportunities for you to join the team and experience the Grand Canyon from within!
The team member experience is filled with creating new friends and connections with your teammates and guests. Delaware North team members come together from diverse cultures and backgrounds and work together to enhance the guest experience. We have a tight-knit community that lives in our onsite housing and walks or takes a shuttle bus to their worksite. Whatever the reason you decide to work at the Grand Canyon, we look forward to you joining the team.
Ideal Candidate
If you enjoy building connections with team members and guests from all over the world, the Grand Canyon is the perfect place for you. Delaware North team members share a vision of enhancing the guest experience, and if you’re seeking exciting, fast-paced work, you’ll find it here. With a variety of roles available, the Grand Canyon offers countless opportunities for growth and real-world learning.
Room and Board
Housing is available for $27.50–$40.00 per week, including utilities, water, trash, laundry, and satellite TV. Each unit features two beds, a dresser, and access to a shared community kitchen with major appliances. Nearby, you’ll find free laundry facilities and Wi-Fi access points. Housing is conveniently located close to work locations, accessible via shuttle buses and walking paths.
While there is no employee dining room on-site, shared kitchen space is available for cooking your own meals. Be prepared to shop for groceries in the nearby village or travel to Williams or Flagstaff if you have a vehicle. Team members must be at least 18 years old to live in company housing.
Employee Perks
Delaware North at Grand Canyon offers plenty of great perks for team members:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid vacation days, holidays, and parental bonding leave
- Tuition reimbursement or support for professional certifications
- Weekly pay for added convenience
- Discounts on dining: 50% off at our restaurant, tavern, coffee shop, and deli
- Save 20% on retail and grocery purchases
- Referral bonus program – earn $200 for each eligible referral
- Training, development, and opportunities for growth, including transfers to our locations nationwide
- Affordable housing options for $27.50–$40.00 per week, including Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and utilities
- Free access to laundry facilities
- Support for a healthy work-life balance
- Access to a community recreation center with a gym and organized monthly outings
- Endless outdoor activities with the South Rim only minutes away, including hiking, camping, river rafting, star-gazing, and exploring museums
Getting Here and Getting Around
The Flagstaff Airport is located approx. 80 miles from the Grand Canyon. The Flagstaff Express can provide direct transportation from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon. From Phoenix, the Arizona Shuttle will take you to the Grand Canyon.
It is helpful to have a bicycle while working at the Grand Canyon as there are many bike/walking paths throughout the South Rim. There are also free visitor and team member shuttle buses.
For Fun
The best part about working at the Grand Canyon is when you’re not working! Whether it's camping, scenic drives, thrilling white-water rafting, fishing, or, of course, hiking, there’s always something to enjoy in the Grand Canyon National Park. Hiking here is like exploring a vast, natural museum—offering moments of quiet solitude, the chance to uncover nature's hidden wonders, and even a journey of self-discovery. With hundreds of miles of trails and countless off-trail routes, hikers can challenge themselves in one of the world's most iconic desert canyons.
Contact Info
- Delaware North Talent Team
- dncareers@delawarenorth.com
- careers.delawarenorth.com
