The Corral

Food Runner – The Corral, Gardiner, Montana

Imagine finishing your shift and watching elk wander down Main Street while the sun sets over the mountains. That’s an ordinary evening in Gardiner, Montana – the original gateway to Yellowstone National Park – and it could be your summer. The Corral, a beloved local restaurant famous for its legendary burgers and warm Western hospitality, is looking for energetic Food Runners to join the team for the Work & Travel USA season.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Food Runner, you are the vital link between the kitchen and our hungry guests. Your day-to-day duties include:

• Delivering freshly prepared meals from the kitchen to guest tables quickly and accurately
• Supporting servers and bussers during busy summer rushes
• Clearing, resetting and wiping down tables so guests are seated fast
• Refilling drinks, restocking service stations and keeping the dining area spotless
• Greeting international travellers and locals with a genuine smile and answering simple questions
• Helping with light closing duties and general cleanliness of the restaurant

Pay & Working Hours

• Hourly rate: $9.00 per hour
• Tips: Yes – tip-outs from a busy tourist season can significantly boost your weekly earnings
• Hours: 40 hours per week, with the possibility of extra shifts during peak weeks
• Season: Summer through Fall – one of the longest and most profitable seasons in the Yellowstone area

Why Gardiner, Montana?

Gardiner is a small, safe and incredibly friendly mountain town of around 900 residents, sitting right at the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park. On your days off you can:

• Hike to waterfalls, hot springs and alpine lakes inside Yellowstone
• Spot bison, bears, elk and wolves in the wild
• Go white-water rafting or fly-fishing on the Yellowstone River
• Soak in natural hot springs after a long shift
• Meet students from all over the world working across the park

What We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 with a valid J-1 Work & Travel visa
• Conversational English and a friendly, guest-focused attitude
• Physical stamina – you’ll be on your feet, carrying trays and moving quickly
• Team players who stay positive under pressure
• No previous restaurant experience required – full training provided
• Reliability, punctuality and a willingness to learn American service standards

Perks of the Job

• Tips on top of your hourly wage
• Staff meals and a fun, close-knit team environment
• Fast-track skill building: communication, teamwork and time management
• Housing assistance in the Gardiner area (details confirmed with the employer)
• A summer story you’ll tell for the rest of your life

Ready to trade lecture halls for mountain trails? Apply now for the Food Runner position at The Corral and spend your Work & Travel USA summer at the doorstep of America’s first national park.