At Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit, we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and distinctive lodges, all designed to highlight the unique beauty of each location. Beyond that, we offer thoughtfully crafted restaurants, retail, and transportation services that help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the friendly faces you’ll find along the way, the thoughtful amenities, and the delightful details that make every visit feel personal and unforgettable.
This position is part of our Spring/Summer 2027 seasonal hiring, with full-time opportunities starting in February or May 2027.
The starting wage for this position is $22.50/hour.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety, anticipating guest needs, honoring our surroundings and bringing your best every day are the core values we live by in order to provide dynamic guest service at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge. As Cook II, you will prepare menu items for dining room service while working efficiently with standardized recipes and presentations.
Take directions from Chef
Provide excellent service to both guests and team members
Ensure all guests’ special needs are met, including dietary restrictions
Estimate food consumption and purchases or requisitions food and kitchen supplies
Ensure efficiency and timely food production and safety
Participate in the provisioning of the island to include loading and unloading of supply vessels, conducting inventories and properly and safely storing items
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Must have, or be able to obtain, Alaska Food Workers card
ServeSafe Manage certification is advantageous
Knowledge of proper food handling and preparations standards
Current CPR, First Aid desirable
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Culinary School graduate or previous experience working as a cook in food service operations, or equivalent combination of experience and training
About Us:
We're more than a hospitality and attractions company. We connect people to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences; Our team members included.
Thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate, our collection of hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours, and travel products are tied together by iconic, destination-worthy locations in Alaska, Montana, the Canadian Rockies, Reykjavík and Costa Rica.
Pursuit is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PRSU. As a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, we specialize in attractions-led hospitality, consistently generating revenue and delivering value to our shareholders.
What will your work environment be like?
At Pursuit, our locations are more than just a place to work – it’s a space where you can bring your whole self, collaborate with talented teams across departments, and build lasting friendships. We believe in fostering an environment where work and play coexist, so whether you’re tackling projects or enjoying our many perks, you’ll feel supported and valued. With a variety of great benefits, we’re committed to ensuring that your time with us is as fulfilling as it is fun.
Our team shares a passion for adventure and an authentic desire to play host to the world. We are united by our connection to the people and places we’re lucky to call home. Our workforce is diverse. Our team members come here to embrace the extraordinary. To watch the sunrise and set each day in a place that, for many people, exists only in their imagination. To build career experience beside seasoned professionals a community of people who say ‘yes’ to adventure time and time again. To be a part of the #PursuitLife and live each day with purpose, turning moments into memories
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