- Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
- Lodging is $35 per week (through payroll deduction) and meals are $5.50 each (paid separately)
- On-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
- Fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
- Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world
- The adventure of a lifetime!
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Disability Insurance
- 401k with match
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Learning and Development Programs
- Black Hills VIP Training Pass Discounts for local attractions
- Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
- Planned employee trips and activities
- 15% Verizon service/products discount
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- Cook/makes, portions and garnishes food orders for customers
- Ensure that company and regulatory standards are met, including but not limited to prepares food according to recipe and proper temperatures and food is stored and held at proper holding temperatures
- Ensure cleanliness and sanitation is exceeds high standards, to include but not limited to, cleaning various kitchen equipment such as grease friers, flat top griddle, vent hoods, oven and steam kettles; cleaning various kitchen tools and utensils, taking out garbage, sweeping and mopping the floors, and supporting company sustainability efforts
- Clean, cut and portion out vegetables, meat and other food for use in recipes or grab and go meals
- Prepare menu items according to set recipes
- Help ensure that others in the kitchen and cooking areas are trained and keeping to the set company and regulatory standards
- Other duties as assigned
- Culinary degree and 4 years’ experience in a kitchen across fast casual and quick service facilities. Work experience can substitute for formal education.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service.
- Ability to listen and effectively communicate.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where project priorities, task deadlines, and assignments can change quickly and with little notice.
- Must be a self-starter who can work with minimal supervision while working within set guidelines.
- Ability to adapt training methods to different skill and ability levels.
- Constantly standing, walking, handling, reaching outward, carrying and lifting 10 pounds or less, and push/pulling 12 pounds or less.
- Frequently reaching over shoulder, squat/kneeling, bending, carrying and lifting 11 to 50 pounds, and push/pulling 13 to 25 pounds.
- Occasionally sitting, climbing, crawling, carrying and lifting 51 to 100 pounds, and push/pulling 26 to 40 pounds.
- A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
- Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
- Medical-Minimum Essential Coverage
- 401k
- Supplemental Benefits including Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Learning and Development Programs
- Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
- 15% Verizon service/products discount
- Black Hills VIP Training Pass Discounts for local attractions
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- Explore the open grassland parks, flowing streams and lakes, jutting rock formations, unique caves, bold canyons, and gulches
- Set up banquet room as instructed by Supervisor or banquet lead to include linen, service ware and glassware.
- Attend roll call meetings before events to learn function particulars, including guest expectations.
- Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Serve the food and/or beverage in the order and to the expectation of the Supervisor or banquet lead to ensure consistency throughout the banquet. Promptly remove dishes as guests complete each course and/or meal at the end of the meal or function.
- Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.
- Replenish beverages as necessary, and check with guests for overall satisfaction.
- Once the banquet is complete, reset banquet room according to Supervisor’s specifications to ensure the readiness of the room for the following function.
- Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Previous banquet serving ability is strongly preferred.
- Willing to “pitch-in” and help the team with tasks.
- Ability to communicate well with guests in English.
- Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
- Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware.
- Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items.
- Ability to comprehend and apply written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes in Food and Beverage.
- Throughout shift:
- Constantly: Standing, walking, and lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs.
- Occasionally: Sitting, climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, lifting/carrying over 50 lbs, and pushing/pulling over 50 lbs.
- A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
- Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
- Medical-Minimum Essential Coverage
- 401k
- Supplemental Benefits including Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Learning and Development Programs
- Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
- 15% Verizon service/products discount
- Black Hills VIP Training Pass Discounts for local attractions
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- Explore the open grassland parks, flowing streams and lakes, jutting rock formations, unique caves, bold canyons, and gulches
- Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner.
- Follow all policies, procedures and service standards.
- Accurately record and enter all food (where applicable) and beverage items; produce, pick up, garnish and serve food and beverages promptly to guests; collect and process forms of payment; ensuring guest satisfaction throughout.
- Maximize sale by using menu and beverage knowledge and suggestive selling techniques. Motivate and educate staff in up-selling and wine salesmanship.
- Ensure established standards of beverage service are met.
- Offer and serve alcoholic beverages while adhering to established Xanterra alcohol policies and State and local regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness of service areas. Ensure work area is orderly and properly stocked.
- Responsible for collecting accurate payment from the guest and depositing the exact amount of sales.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Previous bartending experience is strongly preferred.
- Certification in the TIPS alcohol awareness program is required. Workshops will be provided if not currently certified.
- Ability to organize and prioritize under pressure while maintaining a calm and pleasant demeanor.
- Ability to communicate effectively with guests, co-workers, and supervisors.
- Ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly: Service procedures, beverage and food menus as appropriate.
- Knowledge of brands, selections and recipes helpful.
- Knowledge of basic sanitation.
- Throughout shift:
- Constantly: Standing, walking, handling, reaching and lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs.
- Occasionally: Sitting, reaching overhead, climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, lifting/carrying over 50 lbs, and pushing/pulling over 50 lbs.
- Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
- On-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
- A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
- Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
- Exclusive retail and dining discounts in Rushmore and other Xanterra properties
- 15% Verizon service/products discount
- Black Hills VIP Training Pass Discounts for local attractions
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- Explore the open grassland parks, flowing streams and lakes, jutting rock formations, unique caves, bold canyons, and gulches
- The adventure of a lifetime!
- Assist customers in a courteous and knowledgeable manner.
- Operate cash register and tender payment accurately.
- Prepare some food items and serve food and beverages to guests while complying with ServSafe protocol.
- Bus tables as needed, clearing and sanitizing tables between guests.
- Ensure dirty dishes are taken to kitchen, run the dishwasher, and clean work areas.
- Ensure dining room is fully stocked with linens, silverware, glassware, dishes, and condiments.
- Assist in keeping dining room and work area clean and sanitized.
- Previous food & beverage experience; fast food experience preferred.
- Public contact experience with a willingness to courteously interact with a broad cross-section of customers in a high-volume seasonal food service operation.
- Ability to properly handle and secure cash and credit cards; basic math skills and ability to make change.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to properly handle and secure cash and credit cards; basic math skills and ability to make change.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision while maintaining guidelines set by supervisor.
- Ability to stand/walk continuously for eight to ten hours.
- Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to frequently bend down or kneel.
- Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
- Lodging is $35 per week (through payroll deduction) and meals are $5.50 each (paid separately)
- On-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
- A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
- Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
- Exclusive retail and dining discounts in Rushmore and other Xanterra properties
- Generous benefit package for full-time employees
- 15% Verizon service/products discount
- Black Hills VIP Training Pass Discounts for local attractions
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- Explore the open grassland parks, flowing streams and lakes, jutting rock formations, unique caves, bold canyons, and gulches
- The adventure of a lifetime!
- Assist in maintaining various buildings and employee housing.
- Assist on various work orders that include, but are not limited to:
- Interior and exterior painting
- Unclogging drains and troubleshooting other plumbing issues
- Replacing air filters and conducting routine inspections of hvac related systems
- Changing lightbulbs
- Trouble shooting vacuums and repair if necessary
- Hang items on the wall
- Patch holes on the walls
- Complete caulking projects
- Notify Maintenance Manager of need for larger repairs or service or if it relates to electrical and hvac
- Assist with various setup and tear down, which includes moving tables, chairs, etc.
- During the peak season would assist with power washing outdoor assigned areas
- During the off season would assist with snow and ice removal from walkways and parking areas
- During the off season may be assigned to clean the public spaces, including restrooms, patio and dining room
- Restock various bathroom supplies and notify manager when reorder may be needed
- Empty wastebaskets and transport trash and waste to disposal area
- Transport tools and other items from storage to different departments
- Assist with fleet vehicle maintenance
- Other duties as assigned
- At least 2 years previous building maintenance or handyman experience
- Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record in the last 3 years
- Ability to trouble shoot small mechanical items, such vacuum, and think critically
- Ability to unclog drains and toilets
- Must have attention to the details
- Throughout shift:
- Constantly: Standing and walking.
- Frequently: Handling, reaching outward and above shoulder, climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, bending, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, and pushing/pulling up to 40 lbs.
- Occasionally: Sitting, lifting/carrying up to 100 lbs, and pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs.
Cook II
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Mount Rushmore National Memorial!
Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
We’re hiring a Cook II to Live. Work. Explore. in Mount Rushmore!
Job Summary:
Works in the kitchen area to cook customer orders ensuring Company and regulatory standards are met. Will also assist in preparing foods for cafeteria, ready-to-serve packages, and banquets.
The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Season Dates: November 2024
Pay: $14.95/hr.
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.
Life in Mount Rushmore:
Benefits:
Perks:
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Physical Requirements include:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
On-Call Banquet Server
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Mount Rushmore National Memorial!
Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
We’re hiring On-Call/Intermittent Banquet Servers!
Job Summary:
Set up of banquet room and serve food and/or beverages in a friendly, courteous and professional manner according to Xanterra’s high standards of quality.
The Details:
Position Type: On-Call/Intermittent
Start Date: October 2024
Pay Rate: $15.17/hr
Schedule: As needed
No employee housing available
Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.
Life in Mount Rushmore:
Benefits:
Perks:
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
On-Call Banquet Bartender
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Mount Rushmore National Memorial!
Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
We’re hiring On-Call/Intermittent Banquet Bartenders!
Job Summary:
The banquet bartender position is responsible for providing great guest service by mixing quality cocktails, pouring a proper draft, and decanting wine to achieve the best taste during banquets.
The Details:
Position Type: On-Call/Intermittent
Start Date: Starting October 2024
Pay Rate: $15.52/hr
Schedule: As needed
No employee housing available
Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.
Life in Mount Rushmore:
Benefits:
Perks:
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Winter 2024/2025 Part-time Helping Hands Program
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial!
Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
Spend this winter at Mount Rushmore working part-time in Retail through out Helping Hands Program!
Job Summary:
Candidates will be placed in Food & Beverage Attendants upon arrival and will be based on business needs.
The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: November 1, 2024 - March 30, April 15 or April 30, 2025
Pay: $13.20 per hour
Schedule: Part-time: 24 - 32 hours per week, 6-8 hours per day
Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.
Life at Mount Rushmore:
Benefits and Perks
Responsibilities
Food & Beverage Attendant Job Duties:
Qualifications
Food & Beverage Attendant Qualifications:
Physical Requirements include:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Maintenance Technician-Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Maintenance team in Mount Rushmore National Memorial!
Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
We’re hiring a Maintenance Technician III to Live. Work. Explore. in Mount Rushmore!
Job Summary:
Keeps premises of concession building, Dormitory, or other assigned buildings in clean and orderly condition by performing the following duties
The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Season Dates: Starting October 2024
Pay: USD $15.50 per hour
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.
Life in Mount Rushmore:
Benefits and Perks
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
How to Apply
Employees must be 18 years old to live in the housing facilities at Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
AVAILABILITY DATES: Our busy season begins in May and lasts into September. Some positions start in early April and last until mid-October. Your employment chances improve if you can arrive early and work through September or later. Be realistic and specific about the exact dates you will be available, as these dates become part of your Employment Agreement.
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS: Applicants must have a J-1 visa through CIEE or Janus International. We are unable to sponsor applicants for employment.
Contact Info
- Terrence Jackson
- tjackson@xanterra.com
- (303) 600-3520
- www.xanterrajobs.com