Current Job Openings
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LINE COOK
PREP COOK
DISHWASHER
ORDER TAKER / host
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WHY WORK HERE
The Northern Lights Saloon is a restaurant like no other. Its unique location, off-grid limitations and wide range of visitors makes the saloon hum with excitement all summer long. We strive to create an experience for everyone who walks through our doors to feel a connection to the saloon, Polebridge, and the mountains that surround us.
The Northern Lights Saloon offers seasonal job opportunities for our staff while developing a fun culture of hardworking team members committed to providing the community with top tier service in a casual dining setting that happens to be in the most amazing location. There literally is no other place like Polebridge, MT.
Perks of Joining The Northern Lights Saloon
Opportunities for growth and increased earnings are among the many perks working in one of the coolest places in the world. Work hard, show up on time with a positive attitude and you will be rewarded with the support of an employer who cares about you and will provide everything you need to have an amazing summer! If you've been to Polebridge, you know how truly special this place is - the value to spending your summer in Polebridge will fill your soul for a lifetime. But don't just spend one summer here, we want you to be part of our family from year-to-year.
In addition to an awesome to place to work, you will receive a shift meal, discounts on food and drinks when off the clock, accommodations for housing, showers, internet to check email and stay in touch with family, access to the North Fork of the Flathead River and Glacier National Park, and the countless adventures that come from living in Polebridge for the summer!
Type of Employment
Full-Time or Part Time Positions Available
Schedules in June and September are done weekly and will depend on guest count. Hours are directly related to business, June will be mostly part time, except for core full-time crew.
Scheduling in July and August are a set schedule for both months and are the same for both months.
Location
Northern Lights Saloon is an off grid restaurant and bar located 1 mile from the Glacier National Park northwest entrance in the small town of Polebridge, Montana. Polebridge is located on a dirt road that is an hour from town and sees more than 1,000,000 people come through in a summer. This job requires a “ work hard play hard” mentality. There are about 200 people living in Polebridge community in the summer, there will be about 20 people that work at the saloon and 25 that work at the Mercantile. These like minded people will become your friends, neighbors and confidants to explore the abundance of activities in this Northwest corner of never ending adventures.
Travel Requirements
A car is not needed to live in Polebridge. Polebridge is in Flathead County with the closest town, Columbia Falls being 1 hour away. Rides can easily be arranged with other staff members. One can find all amenities needed in Columbia Falls. Kalispell is a nearby larger town with movie theater, mall, large box stores and other common needs. West Glacier entrance is also 40 minutes from Polebridge and offers supplies (at a cost) and a local bar as well as many adventures and friends to be made.
ACCOMMODATIONS
There are limited wall-tents available for employees. Priority will be given to full time employees. A work-camp will be provided for emplyees with access to showers at the North Fork Cabins, approximately 4 miles south of the Saloon.
Each tent space is provided with a twin bed and storage space.
No electricity or running water is available in wall tents.
We live in bear country and therefore do not allow any food or toiletries in the wall tents.
Tents will need to be broken down and cleaned at end of season by employees.
Housing and RV options may be available on a limited, first-come, first-serve basis.
Skills
All positions require someone with a high degree of character
The ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen setting with high demand for consistency and hard work
Ability to prioritize tasks and complete them on time
Show up on time, consistently with a positive attitude and willingness to do the work
A flexible schedule that allows you to work weekends and holidays if needed