Fast Food Cook
Work Where Others Vacation – Glacier National Park, Montana
Imagine finishing your shift and driving the legendary Going-To-The-Sun Road, hiking to a turquoise alpine lake, or watching the sun set behind snow-capped peaks. As a Fast Food Cook with Glacier Park by Pursuit in West Glacier, Montana, that’s not a dream vacation – that’s your summer.
Pursuit is one of the most respected hospitality companies in North America’s national parks, welcoming travellers from all over the world to Glacier National Park. Join their kitchen team and become part of a fast-paced, friendly crew that keeps hungry hikers fuelled all season long.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Preparing burgers, sandwiches, fries, breakfast items and other quick-service favourites
- Working the grill, fryer and prep stations during busy meal rushes
- Portioning, stocking and rotating ingredients to keep the line running smoothly
- Following food safety, sanitation and HACCP standards at all times
- Keeping your station, equipment and the kitchen clean and organised
- Communicating with cashiers and teammates to get orders out fast and accurately
The Details
- Position: Fast Food Cook
- Employer: Glacier Park by Pursuit – West Glacier
- Location: Going-To-The-Sun Road, West Glacier, Montana
- Pay: $17.00 per hour
- Hours: approximately 35 hours per week (overtime often available in peak season)
- Season: Summer to Fall
- Tips: No tips for this position
Why West Glacier?
West Glacier is the western gateway to Glacier National Park – over one million acres of jagged mountains, glacier-fed lakes, wildflower meadows and 700+ miles of hiking trails. On your days off you can raft the Middle Fork of the Flathead River, kayak on Lake McDonald, spot mountain goats and grizzlies from a safe distance, or road-trip to Yellowstone, Banff and Seattle at the end of the season. The community is small, international and incredibly social – expect campfires, group hikes and friendships with students from a dozen different countries.
What You Get
- Competitive $17/hour wage with a full-season schedule
- Employee housing available in or near the park (deductions apply)
- Staff meals and discounts on Pursuit attractions, tours, retail and dining
- Free or discounted access to the Red Bus Tours and other iconic park experiences
- Real US hospitality experience for your CV and a strong English-speaking environment
- Employee events, staff hikes and a vibrant international team
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 on the Work & Travel USA program
- Conversational English and a positive, team-first attitude
- Willingness to work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen, including weekends and holidays
- Ability to stand for long shifts and lift up to 15–20 kg
- Previous kitchen experience is a bonus – but full training is provided
- Flexibility, reliability and a sense of adventure
Spots in Glacier National Park fill fast every season. If you want a summer of mountains, memories and a solid pay-cheque, apply for the Fast Food Cook position in West Glacier, Montana today!
About Montana
Montana is big-sky country - Yellowstone, Glacier National Park and endless mountains. Most students work in park lodges, resorts and gateway towns, surrounded by some of America's most dramatic nature.
