https://www.zionponderosa.com/

Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

Front Desk

May - August 2020 • Orderville, UT

What I liked

I absolutely loved the people that I got to work with. I was absolutely spoiled up here, The housing that all of the on site employees stayed in was a nice dorm style unit. There were so many attractions nearby (Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon North Rim, countless hiking trails, the sand dunes) that there was unlimited things to do in off time and many employees to go and do things with. Every day had a fun adventure.

What I wish was different

I wish there had been more of a training period on the job. All of us were thrown into it with little training so we figured out the system as we went.

Advice

Be willing to go out there and try new things. Go have an adventure.
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Server

May - August 2019 • Orderville, UT

What I liked

The location and experience was amazing.

What I wish was different

The organization of the restaurant and how they used the till.

Advice

It is something a college student should do to get away from provo and experience the world.
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Recreation guide

May - August 2019 • Orderville, UT

What I liked

The adventure and people. I met some people that will stay with me the rest of my life.

What I wish was different

Looking back I feel I could have made more money doing other shifts or done more adventures with my time

Advice

Take advantage of where you are.
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Adventure Guide

April - August 2019 • Mount Carmel Junction, UT

What I liked

I absolutely loved working for the ponderosa. It was a great experience to live and work just 5 miles from Zion national park. I loved that they provided me with free housing, and discounted food. I lived with 100 other employees, so there was always something to do, and somewhere to explore. I worked as a canyoneering and Jeep tour guide, so I was always exploring and guiding guests from all over the world. It was literally one of the best experiences of my life.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Front Desk Assistant Manager

May - August 2018 • Mount Carmel Junction, UT

What I liked

Having a place to live and a food plan.

What I wish was different

How the resort was managed.

Advice

Have patience and don’t stay at the resort on your days off.
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