About the employer
Glacier Park by Pursuit operates in West Glacier, Montana, on Going-To-The-Sun Road, less than 50 miles from Kalispell. Positions include fast food cook, barista, retail associate, food and beverage attendant, pizza shop worker and front desk associate, and a second job is likely to be available. Housing is owned or arranged by the employer and guaranteed to everyone hired, and staying in it is required.
The job as Barista
What you'll do
- Setup, maintenance and operation of the espresso area
- Assist with dining room duties and events when requested
- Maintain high quality standards in regard to service, sanitation and safety
- Assist in other departments or with other job duties as requested or necessary
- Obtains instructions from manager at the beginning of the shift
- Serves coffee/espresso drinks and ice cream to guests, in a friendly and outgoing manner
- Maintains effective portion controls in the Espresso area using established pouring methods
- Keeps Espresso area neat and clean throughout service
- Collects currency, makes change and gives receipt with every transaction
- Sells pre-made food items
- Takes part in all sales goals and incentive programs; greets and informs guests of promotions and makes yes-yes choices available to the guest
- Participates in on-going employee training and accepts coaching and feedback professionally
- Ensures standards of appearance, safety and sanitation are maintained on a daily basis
- Handles guest concerns in a professional manner and takes fast and appropriate action to solve problems
- Follows federal, state and company policies and regulations for serving (alcoholic) beverages in a responsible manner
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
Housing is employer-provided and you're required to stay in it. The area is remote and rural, and living is communal — dorm-style, apartment, condo or single-family home — with at least one roommate. Bedrooms have a single bed (sometimes bunks) and storage for clothes; kitchens, limited Wi-Fi and free bed and bath linens are included. Work is within walking or biking distance.
Location: (Going-To-The-Sun Road) West Glacier, Montana
Why West Glacier, Montana?
West Glacier sits right at the western entrance of Glacier National Park – over 1 million acres of turquoise lakes, alpine meadows, glaciers and wildlife including grizzly bears, mountain goats and bald eagles. On your days off you can:
- Hike the Highline Trail or Avalanche Lake
- Kayak or paddleboard on Lake McDonald’s crystal-clear water
- Ride the historic Red Bus Tours along Going-To-The-Sun Road
- Go whitewater rafting on the Flathead River
- Stargaze in one of the darkest night skies in the USA
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.
Ready for Your Montana Summer?
Positions in Glacier National Park are among the most requested in the entire Work & Travel USA program and fill up fast. Apply early, secure your spot, and spend your summer making coffee, memories and friends from every corner of the world.
