Culinary Trainer Host; Seasonal Secondary Position

Overview

Armstrong Collective is the world’s largest privately-owned luxury passenger rail service. We are committed to living our values:
Create Meaningful Moments, Be One Team, Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes. We endeavor to foster a work environment of respect, integrity, and honesty; where diversity is valued, and talent is developed to the benefit of the individual and the company.

Job Category
:
Guest Operations

Requisition Number
: CULIN
002898

Posted:
January 29, 2026

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The Armstrong Collective is the world’s largest privately-owned luxury passenger rail service. We are committed to living our values:
Create Meaningful Moments, Be One Team, Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes. We endeavor to foster a work environment of respect, integrity, and honesty; where diversity is valued, and talent is developed to the benefit of the individual and the company.

The Culinary Trainer Host reports to the Guest Services Manager and will be assigned Trainer Shifts as a secondary role, as business needs require. The position will work closely with the Guest Experience Training Team to provide Culinary Hosts with training and guidance. Additionally, the Culinary Trainer Host is accountable for leading by example delivering services in accordance with the standard operating procedures.

The Culinary Trainer Host embodies the vision and culture of Armstrong Collective and behaves as a role model for Canyon Spirit team members.

This position is deemed Safety Alert. This position requires the incumbent to periodically access an active railway area where impaired performance could result in a significant incident affecting the health and safety of team members, guests, team members, the public, property, or the environment.

• Facilitate training of new and returning team members in accordance with our service standards throughout the season as directed by your supervisor or Canyon Spirit management.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to specified team members when assigned to the Trainer Host role during the season as directed by your supervisor or Canyon Spirit management.
• Document a trainee’s progress throughout their training using approved Canyon Spirit tools and technology.
• Conduct audits when assigned.
• Assist in establishing and improving standard operating procedures, training documents and programs when assigned.
• Maintain a professional working environment throughout each journey while fostering teamwork and collaborating with team members.
• Be open, considerate, and adaptable to the different ways people learn.
• Demonstrate active listening skills, positive reinforcement, and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude presenting Canyon Spirit and fellow teammates in a positive light.
• Be a role model by performing tasks and training to the standard operating procedures.
• Be familiar with and educate the Culinary Host Trainee on HACCP guidelines, Canyon Spirit, Colorado, and Utah’s policies on food and alcohol.
• Demonstrate and train time management, food presentation, and preparation to the documented standards.
• Demonstrate and train how to document and communicate equipment health, food quality, presentation, packaging consistency and variations with leadership.
• Provide feedback to supervisors on training progress at regular intervals.
• Be available to support additional training activities as directed by Canyon Spirit Management.

Experience/Skills

• Completion of at least one full season as an Onboard Host (required)
• Consistent and positive feedback from prior supervisors
• Consistent delivery of company values with guests and team members
• Successfully demonstrate the use of adult learning styles
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiar and proficient with Microsoft Suite

Attributes

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion when interacting with trainees and guests
• Demonstrates a professional and polished presence
• Energetic, motivated, hardworking and committed to delivering guest service excellence
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Commitment to put aside…