Food & Beverage 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 Food & Beverage Managers to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

 

Job Summary:

Lead the restaurant at one of Glacier National Park’s historic lodges and bring Xanterra's “Legendary Hospitality” to life for every guest. As Food & Beverage Manager, you’ll bridge the front and back of house, partnering with the Location Chef and management team to keep food quality, service, and efficiency at their best. You’ll develop your team, create memorable guest experiences, and help carry forward the lodge’s character and tradition.

 

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: $2,196 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

• Lead all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, service standards, and food quality.
• Champion Xanterra's Legendary Hospitality culture by creating welcoming and memorable dining experiences.
• Provide visible, hands-on leadership in the dining room, supporting team members and engaging with guests.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing food & beverage team.
• Partner with culinary and lodge leadership to drive operational excellence, efficiency, and teamwork.
• Maintain clean, organized, and service-ready dining, bar, and support areas.
• Monitor staffing, scheduling, inventory, and purchasing to support smooth daily operations.
• Foster a positive, safety-focused work environment that promotes accountability, teamwork, and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety standards, and applicable regulations.
• Adapt to changing business needs while maintaining outstanding service and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead diverse teams with professionalism, integrity and respect while fostering collaboration between front and back of house
• Guest Service: Genuine passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional service in alignment with Xanterra’s “Legendary Hospitality.”
• Operational Knowledge: Strong understanding of restaurant operations including scheduling, budgeting, cost control and inventory management
• Culinary Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with the Location Chef and kitchen team to ensure seamless coordination and consistent quality
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to resolve guest or staff concerns tactfully and professionally
• Regulatory Compliance: Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service requirements. Montana TIPs certification is required (training provided)
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret financial reports, labor data and sales metrics to guide operational decisions
• Organization & Time Management: Skilled at balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with POS and office systems including scheduling and inventory software
• Professionalism: Maintains a polished appearance, positive attitude and commitment to service excellence consistent with Xanterra’s values

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in food and beverage management, preferably in a casual fine dining or upscale resort environment.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Oversee all F&B employees in the outlet

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 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.