Kitchen Staff at The Red Box Car Restaurant – Red Lodge, Montana
Join the team at The Red Box Car Restaurant, a beloved burger and ice cream spot nestled in the stunning mountain town of Red Lodge, Montana. Open since 1972, this iconic quick-service restaurant offers a fantastic Work & Travel experience with competitive pay, generous tips, affordable housing, and an adventure-packed summer right on the doorstep of Yellowstone National Park.
As a Kitchen Staff member, you'll be rotating through exciting roles — grilling burgers on a flat-top griddle, operating the deep fryer, preparing fresh ingredients, crafting milkshakes and ice cream cones, and keeping the kitchen spotless. No experience needed — just a great attitude and eagerness to learn!
The employer truly cares about your experience: expect BBQ cookouts at the boss's home, group trips to Billings for shopping and movies, hiking, fishing, and organised excursions into Yellowstone. Many J1 students return summer after summer!
- 💰 $15/hour base wage + shared tips (estimated $810/week including tips)
- ⏰ Two shifts available: Opening (9 AM–3 PM) or Evening (3 PM–9 PM); overtime on a volunteer basis
- 🏠 Affordable housing just a 5-minute walk from work — $150/week, all linens provided, full kitchen, WiFi
- 🍔 75% discount on all restaurant food for employees
- 🌟 End-of-summer performance bonus possible
- 🏔️ Activities: hiking, fishing, rodeo, Yellowstone trips, car shows, 4th of July, music festivals & more
- 📦 Lifting up to 25 lbs required; ability to stand for a full shift
- 🗣️ Upper-Intermediate English required; no prior kitchen experience needed
Red Lodge is a safe, welcoming small town surrounded by breathtaking scenery — the perfect base for an unforgettable American summer. Many participants cover 100% of their living costs with tips alone. Don't miss your chance to be part of this legendary crew!
