McKinley Creekside Cabins, Café & Bakery

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Currently recruiting for the season that runs from May 12th, 2025 to September 15th, 2025.

    Back of House: Kitchen

    Back of House: Kitchen

    AM Bulk Prep

    $16.00 - $17.00 / hour + tips

    Do you like working early mornings and have the rest of the day to go play? This job may be for you!  Looking for a talented prep cook who want to advance their BOH experience. Must have one year of Back of House experience, be a team player, and a positive can-do attitude :)

    Responsibilities:

    • Follow recipes and prep list to prepare ingredients consistently, while handling your own dishes
    • Responsible for "grab and go" section of the cafe, and lunches to go for our guests
    • Supporting other staff members by assisting with all tasks, as needed (dishes, taking out trash, help restock the line)
    • Help with unloading and storing deliveries 
    • Holding cleanliness and sanitation to the highest standard with managing time appropriately 

    Pay: $16-17/hour + tips + end of season performance/completion bonus (.50-1.00/hr)
    Room & Board: $85/week for shared room including shift meals

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    Back of House: Kitchen

    Baker

    $18.00 - $19.00 / hour + tips

    Our bakery crew is crucial to the success of our café. We are a scratch kitchen and that starts with you!  This department is responsible for all the bread served on our menu, daily filling of our large bake case including scones, cookies, cinnamon rolls (Alaska and Texas size, haha) and our famous strawberry rhubarb coffee cake. Our dessert menu has an assortment of delicious desserts and pies displayed in our cold case.

    Requirements:

    • You want to partner with a fun, energetic team that works hard and laughs often :)
    • Must be a morning person, we have overnight and 4am shifts. A self starter who meets goals with limited supervision
    • Must have at least two years baking experience, including experience in a bakery and/or restaurant
    • Must have excellent organizational and time-management skills, and be a multi-tasker.
    • Must be a team player, everyone helps with prep and dishes
    • Ability to do production baking and follow recipes...maintaining our high standards for flavor and quality
    • Make a production list every morning according to baker production guidelines set by the Bakery/Asst F&B Manager (Sarah)
    • You’re committed to food safety and health safety, making sure all areas are clean, organized, and items are labeled
    • The shifts will be an overnight shift (start time 11 PM - 12 AM) and an early morning shift (start time 3 - 4 AM).
    • Kitchen tips daily of 13-16.00 cash !

    Room & Board & BONUS: $85/week for shared room or 135/wk for private room (upon request/availability) + season performance/completion bonus of .50-1.00/hr

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    Back of House: Kitchen

    Dishwasher

    $15.00 - $16.00 / hour + tips

    The BACKBONE of the kitchen and the restaurant. Nothing moves forward without you. Every single position is truly essential to the flow of the operation and working together as a team not only makes all our jobs easier, but more fun and profitable. 

    • You must take pride in your work, have excellent cleaning/sanitation standards, and assist in prep when needed.
    • Requires physical stamina, a positive attitude, and the ability to work well with your team. 
    • Shifts include AM/PM positions doing dishes and opening/closing duties.
    • Kitchen tips daily of 13-16.00 cash !

    Room & Board & Bonus : $85/week for shared room including shift meals + end of season performance/completion bonus (.50-1.00/hr)
     

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    Back of House: Kitchen

    Line Cook - Breakfast

    $18.00 - $20.00 / hour + tips

    Our restaurant mission at the café is simple, we care about every guest, and every plate. We are a scratch kitchen and use the freshest local ingredients possible. We provide a full breakfast, to-go items in our bakery area, weekend brunch, lunch and dinner in our main restaurant, outdoor patio and banquet room (23 tables). The Creekside Café is the heart and soul of our business. Every single position is truly essential to the flow of the operation and working together as a team not only makes all our jobs easier, but more fun and profitable. If you have a passion for cooking and making people happy, WE WANT YOU! Everything tastes better when made with love. 

    • Two years line cook experience and must be a morning person
    • Must be a team player... team work makes the dream work :)  that keeps morale high and everything working more efficiently, this may includes: helping the dishwasher, taking out trash, receiving orders (all when time permits)
    • Most of shift will be on the line, but you will also do prep, keeping the line stocked and clean
    • Must be able to follow recipes, AND instruction, putting out food timely and plated with intention
    • Kitchen tips daily of 13-16.00 cash !

    Room & Board & Bonus : $85/wk shared room or 135/wk private room (on request/availability) includes shift meals + end of season performance/completion bonus (.50-1.00/hr)
     

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    Back of House: Kitchen

    Line Cook - Dinner

    $18.00 - $20.00 / hour + tips

    Our restaurant mission at the café is simple, we care about every guest, and every plate. We are a scratch kitchen and use the freshest local ingredients possible. We provide a full breakfast, to-go items in our bakery area, weekend brunch and lunch and dinner in our main restaurant, outdoor patio and banquet room (23 tables). The Creekside Café is the heart and soul of our business. Every single position is truly essential to the flow of the operation and working together as a team not only makes all our jobs easier, but more fun and profitable. If you have a passion for cooking and making people happy, WE WANT YOU! Everything tastes better when made with love. 

    • 2 years line cook experience (sauté, fry and pantry)
    • Must be a team player... teamwork makes the dream work :)  that keeps morale high and everything working more efficiently, this may include: helping the dishwasher, taking out trash, receiving orders (all when time permits)
    • Most of shift will be on the line, but you will also do prep, and keep the line stocked and the area clean
    • Must be able to follow recipes, AND instruction, putting out food timely and plated with intention
    • Kitchen tips daily of 13-16.00 cash !

    Room & Board & Bonus:  $85/wk shared room or $135/wk private room (on request/availability) includes shift meals + end of season performance/completion bonus (.50-1.00/hr)

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    Back of House: Kitchen

    Sous Chef

    $22.00 - $23.00 / hour + tips

    Right Hand person to the F&B Manager and Executive Chef, who works hands-on with the kitchen daily.  The Sous Chef leads from the front provides support and training to all cooks, preps and dishwashers. Two positions available, AM & PM.  Jumps on the line when needed, oversees food quality and consistent plating, oversees and executes weekly specials. Helps manage inventory so all food is used, organized, rotated and waste is minimized. 

    Must have a heart of service, caring about our guests and wanting to provide the best possible plate of delicious food, every time.  Must be able to get the best out of your crew, by leading the way, having a smile on your face, and being someone they want to follow.  Prior management experience and a consistent positive attitude are required. 

    Responsibilities:

    • Preparing consistent and beautiful food for service in a timely manner
    • Prepare and plan weekly specials and daily soups, 
    • Maintain a clean and safe work area
    • Assists the F&B manager with inventory management, receiving product
    • Actively manage day to day labor/overtime
    • Supporting other staff members by assisting with all tasks, as needed (dishes, taking out trash, prep, receiving orders)
    • Holding cleanliness and sanitation to the highest standard with managing time appropriately 

    Requirements:

    • 3 years experience on the line including some management experience
    • To apply for Head Chef position one completed a season at Creekside Café as sous is required. 
    • Ongoing training with staff...every day... of food quality, consistency, productivity and cleanliness
    • Skilled in sauté, fry, grill, steaks, fresh fish, pantry etc., 
    • Must be a team player, have strong problem-solving and communication skills 
    • Provide proper breaks for cooks, prep, dish as needed ....and willing fill in and work breakfast, lunch or dinner shifts, any hours of the day.

    Pay: $22-23.00/hr +OT + tips (13.00-16.00 cash  daily) + BRAND NEW (2025) Upgraded Private Manager housing @ 135/wk + end of season performance/completion bonus (up to full refund of housing cost...approx 2500.00), includes shift meals
     

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    Front of House: Cafe, Front Desk, Housekeeping

    Front of House: Cafe, Front Desk, Housekeeping

    Housekeeper

    $15.00 - $16.00 / hour + tips

    Our housekeeping team is a crucial part of the Creekside Crew! You are responsible for keeping our rooms and property up to the standards that have made us a Denali vacation destination. Our housekeepers work hard during the day and have every night off to enjoy and explore the beautiful Denali area.

    Requirements & Responsibilities

    • Maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced work environment
    • Excellent prioritization and time management skills
    • Ability to work as a team and/or independently and maintain a high level of performance
    • Possess physical stamina to be on your feet for long periods of the day, bend, squat, stretch and lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
    • Perform a variety of cleaning activities in rooms and throughout the property to Creekside standards
    • Notify supervisors of damages to rooms and low inventory
    • Maintain professional appearance and interact positively with gues

    Room & Board & Bonus: $85/week for shared room includes shift meals + season performance/completion bonus of .50-1.00/hr

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How to Apply

Questions? Email:  hollyslinkard@yahoo.com and we'll be happy to help figure out the best way for you to get to us!


Please apply online via the link below. 

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We look forward to hearing from you! 

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