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Eagle's Store

406-646-9300

3 Canyon Street

West Yellowstone, MT 59758

mailto:eagles@wyellowstone.com

Employer Profile:

On November 12, 1907, The Oregon Short Line of the Union Pacific Railroad was completed to the west entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Soon after that, three special use permits for operating businesses adjacent to the railroad right of way were granted. One of those persons receiving a permit was S.P. Eagle, then in partnership with Alex Stuart. They opened a general store in 1908 which they operated together for two years, after which the Stuarts went into business for themselves. The Eagles continued in business in the original location. The Post Office was housed in the store from 1910 until 1935. In 1910, a soda fountain was added to the store. The back bar is still in use today.

The present three story building, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built in the years between 1927 and 1930. The tiled front counter was added to the soda fountain early in 1930. Adjacent to the store where several rental units. These shops were replaced by a store addition in 1966. Although the line of merchandise has changed since the early days, the same friendly service has been maintained over the years. We are sure you'll enjoy your time working with us in this long established business.

For nearly a century, the Eagle family has provided quality merchandise and friendly service to travelers visiting the country's first National Park and the areas around West Yellowstone. During that time, the town has grown significantly and many businesses have moved into this area. We attribute our store's continued success in this changing environment to our traditions of friendly customer service, efficient business operations, professional image, and a rewarding work environment. As an employee of Eagle's Store, you will be part of carrying these traditions forward.

Employment Opportunities:

Assistant Manager/ Floor Supervisor:
Responsibilities
  • Scheduling, training and supervising employees; unpacking, pricing and displaying merchandise; customer service and other daily operations.
  • Seasonal employment.
  • Background in merchandising and customer service preferred.
Salary
  • Wages based on experience.
Retail Sales Clerk:  
Responsibilities

  • Retail sales, including assisting customers, operating cash registers and credit card machines

  • Restocking merchandise

  • Light cleaning, including dusting and straightening

  • Reflief help for soda fountain (includes perparing and serving ice cream cones,  milk shakes, soft drinks, coffee, etc. Also washing dishes and keeping fountain areas clean)
Schedule The store is open 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. You work a variety of shifts during those hours. We try to give you an early shift on the day before your days off and a late shift on the day after your days off.
Gas Station Attendant:  
Responsibilities
  • gasoline sales, including assisting customers, operating cash registers and credit card machines
  • Assisting customers with gas fill-ups and window washing
  • Light cleaning, including sweeping and restrooms
Schedule The gas stations are open 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. You work a variety of shifts during those hours. We try to give you an early shift on the day before your days off and a late shift on the day after your days off.
Soda Fountain Operator:  
Responsibilities
  • Preparing and serving ice cream treats, fountain drinks, coffee, lemonade, etc.
  • Washing dishes
  • Keeping fountain area clean and stocked
  • Extra coverage of sales floor
Schedule The fountain is open 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. If you are strictly a fountain employee, you work a variety of shifts during those hours. If you are employed for both the store and the fountain, your shifts will fall during store hours listed above. We try to give you an early shift on the day before your days off and a late shift on the day after your days off.
Full Time Tackle Shop w/fishing experience  
Responsibilities
  • Assisting in the Daily Operations of the Tackle shop
Schedule The Tackle Shop is open 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. You will be scheduled for a variety of shifts during those hours.We try to give you an early shift on the day before your days off and a late shift on the day after your days off.

 

Starting Pay:

 $6.00 to $10.00 per hour, depending on experience

Hours:

 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week - 2 days off

Housing:

 We house some employees in rustic cabins near the store, and can be of some assistance in making other arrangements. Rent ranges from $200 to $500 per month. Employees who live in our housing must be high school graduates and willing to share accomodations with roommates. Because our housing is limited, we give preference to candidates who have their own housing. West Yellowstone has a number of RV parks where people often live for the summer in their own RVs.

Season:

 Our summer season is May through October. Applicants who are able to work at least through Labor Day are given priority in hiring. Please be very specific on your application in indicating the beginning and ending dates that you can work.

How to Apply:
Eagle's Store
PO Box 280
West Yellowstone MT 59758
Fax: (406) 646-4217
EAGLES@WYELLOWSTONE.COM

  • Call and request an application form at (406) 646-9300