Restaurant Manager - Glacier National Park

Overview

 

Live. Work. Explore. on our Food & Beverage team in Glacier National Park!

At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision and work together to attain it. Our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. 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 Restaurant Managers to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

 

Job Summary:

Lead the front-of-house team in delivering exceptional guest experiences in a casual fine-dining setting. Oversee daily operations, develop staff, and maintain high service standards while creating memorable dining experiences at Glacier National Park Lodges.

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: Starting between late-April and late-May and ending between mid-September and early-October 2027 (dates vary by location and position)

Pay: $2,080 bi-weekly

Schedule: Typical schedule is 45-50 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

 

Life in Glacier National Park

• FREE Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Free Glacier National Park pass
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

Benefits:

• Xanterra offers competitive benefit programs and services for eligible employees. For more information, click here. 

Responsibilities

We’re looking for a people-focused leader who brings positive energy, enjoys the rhythm of restaurant life, and is excited to be a part of a one-of-a-kind dining experience in the heart of a national park. If you’re passionate about hospitality, love mentoring others, and want to grow in your career, we’d love to meet you - even if you’re still building your experience.

• Oversee daily dining room operations, ensuring a seamless guest experience by being present on the floor during all meal service periods.
• Schedule and coordinate FOH staff using 7 Shifts; manage labor and payroll through Kronos.
• Manage inventory using Cloud Suite; ensure accurate ordering and product use.
• Help control food and labor costs through communication and proactive planning.
• Ensure food presentation, sanitation, and service standards are met in coordination with BOH leadership.
• Train, coach, and evaluate FOH team members to uphold service excellence.
• Inspire team performance through coaching, suggestive selling, and menu knowledge.
• Collaborate closely with BOH and F&B Leadership to foster a positive, high-performing team culture.
• Monitor and support guest complaints promptly and professionally.
• Adhere to all company, NPS, and departmental safety and environmental practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Previous have experience in restaurants; whether that’s serving, bartending, or hosting.
• Are you interested in or already know the basics of wine service, cocktails, and quality food presentation? We’re happy to train the right person.
• Stay calm under pressure and helps your team do the same, especially during busy meal periods.
• Communicate clearly and confidently while creating a fun, respectful, and supportive team environment.
• Work closely with other leaders to keep services running smoothly from open to close.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in the restaurant of hospitality industry preferred (FOH or BOH roles—servers, bartenders, hosts, supervisors, etc.)
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is preferred but not a must, especially if you’ve helped train others, led a shift, or taken initiative in your past roles.
• Experience working in fast-paced, guest facing environments, especially in tourism or seasonal settings, is helpful.
• Familiarity with casual fine dining, craft beverage services, or guest service standards is also preferred but we’re happy to train the right person.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 40 pounds. Frequent lifting and carrying of supplies, materials, and equipment throughout the day.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Working safely with required chemicals.
• Must be able to perform various administrative tasks on a computer for extended periods of time.

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 veteran status.