Job Title: Camp Cook and Cook’s Assistant
Location: Bridger Teton Wilderness, near Yellowstone National Park (south entrance), Wyoming
Seasonal, On Site, Full Time

Salary: Monthly base rate DOE (Discussion can be had during the hiring process)

Base pay monthly rate + auto gratuity. Lodging in comfortable wall tent & all meals included.

Wilderness Trails Outfitters is hiring for two kitchen positions for the upcoming season: One camp cook and one cook’s assistant. We welcome individuals or couples to apply. We are especially interested in hiring a couple or team, but will also consider individual applications. In past seasons, partners & spouses have joined us together, with one serving as lead cook and the other as assistant. If applying as a couple, there is the option to request the same day off each week. Though not always guaranteed, this can be discussed and arranged based on camp scheduling needs.

Wilderness Trails Outfitters is a family run backcountry outfitting operation located five minutes from the South Entrance of Yellowstone National Park. All staff live on site in rustic canvas wall tents at our established basecamp. We are a close knit crew that works hard, eats well, and supports one another throughout the season. Staff receive one full day off per week and will have opportunities to join guided horseback rides depending on scheduling.

This is a physically demanding, high responsibility position that requires long hours and consistency. The kitchen prepares three full meals per day plus appetizers and desserts for guests, crew, retreats, and special events. Group size can range from 15 to 35 people (Occasionally more or less, but you would be informed in advance). Food is central to the guest experience and the kitchen is the heart of our camp, and we take pride in serving hearty, well prepared western style meals family style. A positive team mindset is a must, you will be collaborating with team members and the pack trip cook as well.

Our camp is off the grid, though there is cell service for most cell carriers. The cook tent features a commercial propane stove and range, cold running water to the kitchen sink, and access to a propane refrigerator and freezer in our commissary. Primary groceries are ordered weekly through a major supplier and delivered to camp or picked up by management. Grocery stores are located in Jackson WY, about an hour and a half from our basecamp. 

Camp Cook – Responsibilities
The Camp Cook leads kitchen operations and sets the tone for food quality and organization in camp.

Responsibilities include:
Planning menus and managing inventory
Ordering groceries and coordinating supplies
Preparing three meals daily plus desserts and appetizers
Cooking over open fire for guest dinners when applicable
Baking breads, desserts, and pastries
Accommodating dietary restrictions and special requests
Maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards in kitchen, dining, and storage areas
Organizing and rotating inventory in fridge, freezer, and dry storage
Preparing make ahead meals for days off and high volume periods
Following strict bear safety and food storage protocols
Working collaboratively with wranglers, the pack trip cook, and management to ensure a smooth guest experience

Cook’s Assistant – Responsibilities
The Cook’s Assistant supports the Camp Cook in all kitchen operations and helps maintain the overall flow of camp hospitality.

Responsibilities include:
Assisting with food prep and meal execution
Dishwashing and maintaining kitchen cleanliness
Sanitizing dining and storage areas
Supporting baking and dessert preparation
Helping with inventory organization and rotation
Assisting with dietary accommodations
Reheating prepared meals on the Camp Cook’s day off
Working collaboratively with wranglers, the pack trip cook, and management to ensure a smooth guest experience
Following strict bear safety and sanitation protocols

What We’re Looking For:

A true passion for crafting menus and cooking is a must

Ability to work well with others in a kitchen setting and maintain a positive attitude 
Strong work ethic and reliability

Ability to work long days in a remote environment
Comfort living on site in rustic accommodations
Team oriented mindset
Proven cooking experience and/or experience cooking for groups strongly preferred - this is a fast paced environment
Calm and organized under pressure

This is a rewarding position for people who take pride in feeding people well, enjoy a close working environment, and want to spend a season just outside Yellowstone. Personality fit matters a lot! The hours are full, the work is real, and the setting is unforgettable.

We look forward to hearing from you! Apply below: