Redfish Lake Lodge , Stanley, Idaho
Redfish Lake Lodge
ProfileOverview
We are seeking a motivated and passionate Catering Assistant & Crew Chef Cover to join our team for the summer season. This is a unique opportunity to work in a beautiful remote setting while gaining hands-on experience in high-volume catering and creative kitchen work.
Position Details:
-Season: May through October
-Schedule: 8–10 hour workdays, 2 days off per week
-Environment: Lakefront location in the Sawtooth Mountains
-Team: Small, tight-knit kitchen team
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist the Catering Chef with weddings and special events (average of 200 guests per weekend)
-Support execution of events including weddings, fundraisers, offsite parties, and tasting dinners
-Prepare and execute staff meals (lunch and dinner) for approximately 100 employees twice per week (buffet style)
-Create charcuterie boards for sunset appetizer cruises on off-days of the Catering Chef
-Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
-Assist with bulk prep and event setup/teardown
Qualifications:
-Strong knife skills and kitchen fundamentals
-Experience with bulk food preparation preferred
-Ability to work efficiently with a sense of urgency
-High standards for cleanliness and organization
-Positive attitude and strong work ethic
-Passion for creating high-quality food
-Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
Compensation & Benefits:
-Competitive hourly wage (DOE)
-Tips shared evenly between event staff
-Additional tips earned from charcuterie service
-Estimated tip earnings exceeded $12,000 over the 5-month season (based on previous year)
-No late-night shifts
-Consistent 8–10 hour workdays
-Opportunity to live and work in a scenic mountain/lake environment
-Access to outdoor recreation (hiking, fishing, boating, etc.)
-Supportive team and management
-Potential for long-term or returning employee opportunities
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a kitchen job—it’s a chance to spend your summer in a stunning natural setting while working with a supportive team that values both quality food and employee well-being.
Position Details:
-Season: May through October
-Schedule: 8–10 hour workdays, 2 days off per week
-Environment: Lakefront location in the Sawtooth Mountains
-Team: Small, tight-knit kitchen team
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist the Catering Chef with weddings and special events (average of 200 guests per weekend)
-Support execution of events including weddings, fundraisers, offsite parties, and tasting dinners
-Prepare and execute staff meals (lunch and dinner) for approximately 100 employees twice per week (buffet style)
-Create charcuterie boards for sunset appetizer cruises on off-days of the Catering Chef
-Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
-Assist with bulk prep and event setup/teardown
Qualifications:
-Strong knife skills and kitchen fundamentals
-Experience with bulk food preparation preferred
-Ability to work efficiently with a sense of urgency
-High standards for cleanliness and organization
-Positive attitude and strong work ethic
-Passion for creating high-quality food
-Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
Compensation & Benefits:
-Competitive hourly wage (DOE)
-Tips shared evenly between event staff
-Additional tips earned from charcuterie service
-Estimated tip earnings exceeded $12,000 over the 5-month season (based on previous year)
-No late-night shifts
-Consistent 8–10 hour workdays
-Opportunity to live and work in a scenic mountain/lake environment
-Access to outdoor recreation (hiking, fishing, boating, etc.)
-Supportive team and management
-Potential for long-term or returning employee opportunities
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a kitchen job—it’s a chance to spend your summer in a stunning natural setting while working with a supportive team that values both quality food and employee well-being.
Employee Experience
Our first priority is our staff. We want to make sure that you have an incredible summer. We want you to be the best version of yourself. We encourage you to get outside, grow, play, learn and work hard this summer. We want you to leave a better person than when you started. We also want you to regard and follow company policies and rules. Secondly, we want to provide our guests with an incredible experience that enhances their lives and blesses their families. We want them to experience warmth, adventure, energy and authenticity while they stay with us. A wonderful experience comes from how we treat our guests. We treat our guests like GOLD! We love them and take care of them, so that they leave Redfish as better people. If you love, care for and treat our guests, your coworkers, and managers with kindness, you will be successful here. We are big believers in the golden rule. Our third mission is to protect and enhance the lake and the resort grounds. We strive to be great environmental stewards, and take care of our surroundings the very best we can. And lastly, we hope to run a successful business that rewards and brings a sense of community for all involved.
The Perfect Fit
Nothing is more important to us than our Redfish family! We seek out warm, energetic, adventurous and authentic individuals who can provide the best hospitality humanly possible. That is our number one priority! Your summer at Redfish will be the best summer of your life. Ask any of our previous team members. It will also be filled with many challenges that will help you grow in ways that you might not have imagined. A summer at the lake means a summer filled with adventure, long days, and relationships that will last a lifetime.
Perks & Housing
Job Perks
Yoga classes from a certified yoga instructor, 20% off at our restaurant Limbert's, the Lakeside Grill, and the General Store 10% off lodging at Redfish and our sister properties in Stanley, ID 50% off pontoon rentals. Access to free river rafting, guided horseback rides and guided climbing Opportunities for professional development
Housing Options
Housing for Redfish team members is on site and is about 1⁄4 mile from the lodge. In your housing, you will be provided with a closet and a dresser. If your housing does not have a bathroom, you will have access to the dorm style shower and bathroom in the “Ritz” building, which is a very short walk away. Quiet hours are from 10pm to 9am. It is very important that you keep your living area clean, and there will be periodic cleaning checks (some announced, some not) throughout the course of the summer. Cleaning supplies will be located in the housekeeping building or in the closet at the Ritz. If you are living in Stanley and working at the Lodge, you will be required to park in a designated parking area. All or any of your guests need to be approved prior by management.
Meal Plan
You pay $10 dollars a day for food, and your housing is free during your employment. You will be provided with three meals a day at the chow hall. Breakfast is from 7am-10am, Lunch is from 11:30-2pm and Dinner is from 4:30-6:30pm. It is a good idea to bring snacks for outside of these meal times. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know. Our amazing employee chef will be able to help in some regards.
Things To Do In The Area
-Hiking -Climbing -Kayaking -Fishing -Mountain biking -River rafting -Backpacking -Camping
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