Guest Services, Food & Hospitality Jobs

Is resort, hospitality, food and/or guest services your passion? Find your dream job for a summer, a season or year-round at a resort, retreat center, inn, learning center, lodge, hotel, conference center, ski resort or at a State or National Park.

Hot summer jobs are available in food and beverage (from wait staff, bussers and bartenders to bakers, cooks and chefs), guest services, front desk and office management, accounting and administration, retail, childcare, housekeeping, counselors, lifeguards, program coordination, maintenance, reservation agents and tour drivers. And the winter months bring ski and snowboard school instructors, lift and mountain operations positions, dispatch & ski patrol, driving a snowcat and hospitality jobs galore. Uncover your perfect guest services, food and hospitality job!

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Providing exceptional lodging, dining, guided summer fishing trips, marina and dock services, and outdoor recreation experiences on the legendary Lake of the Woods, Hennum’s Oak Island Lodge is a family-owned resort that has been welcoming guests to Minnesota’s Northwest Angle since the late 1940s. The island has epic multi-species fishing, hundreds of cool places to explore, friendly people, and a fun vibe.

Immediate job openings are currently available for the summer season, with an option to work again during the winter months.
• Seeking a dependable and motivated Cook with at least one year of restaurant kitchen experience who takes pride in preparing quality meals. Responsibilities include preparing menu items, staff meals, guest box lunches, and shore lunches, washing dishes, prepping food, stocking, and assisting in planning specials. $20-$25/hour + tips.
• Dock/Maintenance duties include pumping gas, selling bait, hauling guest luggage, boating to get groceries and supplies, yard work, and general maintenance. $17/hour + tips.
• The Server/Housekeeper position combines restaurant service and housekeeping responsibilities, so applicants should be comfortable multitasking, staying organized, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the lodge, guest accommodations, and dining areas. $11.50-$20/hour + tips.

The summer seasons runs May through mid-October while the winter operates mid-December through mid-March. Workdays vary each week with shifts between the hours of 6am to 10pm (35-45 hours/week). In addition to an hourly wage plus great tips, all staff receive housing (with bed, bath, microwave, small fridge, tv, and WiFi) and meals at the lodge. Complimentary transportation to/from the island is also provided. The ideal candidate is friendly, dependable, hardworking, positive, team-oriented, and willing to help wherever needed to create a welcoming experience for guests. If you're looking for opportunity to live and work in a unique setting, fill out the online application or connect with Diana Hennum for more info.

• Attention outdoor enthusiasts who like an adventure! Working at Hennum’s Oak Island Lodge offers a unique opportunity to be part of a family-owned resort in the beautiful Northwest Angle of Minnesota, serving both lodge guests and local patrons in a welcoming, northern Minnesota atmosphere.

Located in Cooper Landing at the headwaters of the world-famous Kenai River, Drifters Lodge specializes in all-inclusive, family-style fishing packages, scenic rafting, and other guided outdoor adventures. Now seeking individuals to join an incredible crew who contribute their work ethic, excitement, and joy to an unforgettable lodge experience.

• Front Office Lodge Staff are front and center of lodge activity! Responsibilities include answering the phone and making reservations, checking in guests, assisting with daily shuttles and raft pickups, and providing exceptional customer service.
• Client Transportation Lodge Staff rotate between office shifts, driving, and lodge chores such as packaging fish, starting the campfire, assembling client lunches, and running errands. No two days are alike!
• The Guest Services Manager will transition from a seasonal front office to a manager role that specializes in creating and executing a daily operations plan for guests on property.
• A Media Intern will document fishing trips and client experiences as well as provide coverage in other departments as needed.
• A Housekeeper performs cleaning duties in all guest areas, responds in a timely way to special requests, and provides friendly and engaging service.

Positions run from May 15th to August 31st (some continue through the end of September), with a 6 days/week work schedule. Compensation starts at $700-$800/week plus room and board for a modest monthly fee (includes WiFi access, fully stocked pantry for DIY breakfast/lunch and a chef prepared dinner six nights/week). Employees also have access to a shared vehicle for adventures on their day off and plenty of industry/gear discounts. If you have a stand-out work ethic, personable and upbeat attitude, passion for outdoor recreation, are flexible and adaptable, and a least 21 with a clean driving record, email a brief cover letter with 3 work references and resume to Ali Mand. International candidates are not considered at this time.

+ At Drifters Lodge, you will find your Alaska family!
+ You'll be joining a supportive team made up of amazing people.
+ Successful employees have the opportunity for advancement and your hard work will be rewarded.
+ There are endless chances for networking in the Kenai Peninsula outdoor industry and with guests (who come from all over the world).
+ Hear from the Drifters crew about what it's like to work here and what to expect!

If an exciting hospitality job and beautiful mountain setting is beckoning you, Stanford Sierra Conference Center is a place where you'll have the opportunity to work and play hard, make new friends and help guests enjoy their stay.

Tucked between Desolation Wilderness and Fallen Leaf Lake in South Lake Tahoe, California, Stanford Sierra Conference Center provides all-inclusive lodging and meeting facilities for conferences, business retreats and social events. Every spring and fall, a tight-knit community of seasonal hospitality staff members is formed who take pride in a job well done. Most first-year seasonal staff will spend their time working in housekeeping, the dining room, and/or exclusively in the kitchen; however, specialized and management positions are also available.

Beyond the rewards of working and playing in a beautiful mountain setting, you'll earn a wage beginning at $17/hour (+tips), live in onsite rustic cabins, indulge in delicious and healthy meals, and have full use of the recreational facilities. Self-motivated, hardworking, and reliable people who have an excellent sense of professionalism, a warm personality, and a high level of maturity will thrive at Stanford Sierra. The spring conference season runs from mid-April to mid-June (there are also some specialty jobs for the spring and three-season positions which run from spring through fall); the fall term runs from early September through mid-November; and opportunities for extended employment and increased responsibility may also become available during your work term. Learn more at StanfordSierra.com.

• The enthusiastic team at Stanford Sierra Conference Center come from all walks of life—college students, professionals between jobs, experienced workers in the service industry, travelers and people taking time off.

Located 140 miles north of San Francisco on the wild and scenic Eel River, Emandal – A Farm on a River, is a mountain home, organic farm, family summer camp, country get-a-way for art-minded folks, and purveyor of fine jams, jellies and preserves.

Looking for up to four Jacks or Jills of all Trades... renaissance people who want to know/learn something about everything. Hospitality staff responsibilities include working in the garden, kitchen, laundry, barn, chicken house, bathrooms, landscaping, and on trails. Duties involve tasks such as pulling weeds, planting and harvesting vegetables and flowers, preparing coffee, serving breakfast, creating pizzas, churning ice cream, mowing lawns, washing linens, making beds, cleaning cabins and bathrooms, hauling compost and garbage, sweeping and mopping floors, washing windows, clearing trails, and much more. Work begins May 15th and ends September 23rd, 2026 (somewhat negotiable). Expect 40 hour weeks, spread among 5½ days, with 1½ days off. Compensation includes $15/hour + private room with access to kitchen and bath house, breakfasts provided (along with available farm food), WiFi access, tons of swimming holes, 1,000 acres of field and forest and a sky full of stars.

Individuals who prefer being away from social media and appreciate spending time outdoors are encouraged to apply. Must be able to lift, move, sweep and dig. Candidates should enjoy activities such as writing, reading, music creation, or other hands-on endeavors. Experience in cooking and/or being in the kitchen, talking with people, and helping to make someone's day better is valued. A willingness to learn about organic gardening, sustainable living, and from-scratch cooking is essential. To apply, fill out the online application form or connect with Tamara Adams for more info.

• Emandal is home to a wide range of livestock (with around 250 chickens, two dairy cows, nine beef cattle, five goats, four pigs, one sheep, two guard dogs, seven cats, ten geese, and five guinea fowl) and boasts more than an acre filled with fruits, vegetables, and flowers, sprawling green lawns, three miles of river access and unique amenities like a wood-fired pizza oven, a hand-crank ice cream maker, solar-powered clotheslines, and a coffee roaster right on-site!

Work and play in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, live your passion, and kick-start your career in the ski resort industry at Copper Mountain!

Seeking passionate individuals who are excited to work and live at Copper—now hiring for the summer season! Located 90 miles west of Denver, Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination with vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas that provide lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain spanning 2,527 acres offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience.

Whether you're wanting to spend a winter season working in the mountains or hoping to start a career in the ski resort industry, Copper Mountain has something to offer for all job seekers. From entry level to management level jobs, multiple position openings in various departments include Guest & Hospitality Services, Rental & Retail, Lodging, Food & Beverage, Base Operations, Ski & Ride School, Lift Operations, Transportation, and more! Summer options include inside/outside staff, and positions at the golf course and Woodward Copper's summer camps. Positions are available year-round, the winter season (November to mid-April), and summer (June to September), with flex start/end dates. Great perks include slope-side employee housing, FREE skiing/riding at 15+ nearby mountain resorts and access to the Woodward Copper Action Sports facility. Check out current job openings online and review the basic requirements along with the preferred experience and special skills.

• Blessed with a nearly perfect mountain (naturally divided into a variety of terrain features for expert, intermediate, and beginner skiers), Copper Mountain Resort is both a local's choice and a popular destination resort for people who love the mountains.

The YMCA of the Rockies offers a unique work-and-live mountain experience that many staff look forward to all year. Whether you're joining for a season or hoping to stay longer, you’ll build a community, gain valuable work experience, and connect with colleagues from around the world. As the largest YMCA conference center in the world, YMCA of the Rockies operates Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch year-round, along with Camp Chief Ouray during the summer months.

Seasonal staff can gain work experience and skills in a variety of departments, including activities & recreation, buildings & grounds, audio visual/conference set-up, front desk & guest registration, food service, housekeeping and more! Most seasonal roles are entry-level, with employment terms ranging from 8 weeks to 8 months, offering the chance for a short working adventure or the opportunity to experience multiple seasons in Colorado. Compensation starts at $15.16/hour, plus great employee perks including dormitory-style housing (utilities, laundry, and WiFi included) within walking distance of work, three meals per day, and free access to YMCA facilities such as indoor pools, fitness classes, climbing walls, and sports courts. Staff also enjoy corporate ski passes, discounted gear rentals, social events, leadership development opportunities, and the chance to connect with people from around the world. If you have a team-first attitude and enjoy working in a guest-focused environment, explore available jobs, apply through the career portal or email hiring@ymcarockies.org for more information.

Where Nature and Opportunity Meet. View the YMCA of the Rockies staff experience.

• Picture yourself working at the base of the Rocky Mountains, where stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and amazing people will surround you every day. If you are seeking an authentic experience, a sense of community, and a chance to grow, then you've come to the right place. Here you'll find a welcoming and supportive environment where you can grow personally and professionally.

Maine Huts & Trails operates an acclaimed backcountry recreation corridor through the mountains of western Maine. This corridor features 50 miles of free, public trails ideal for hiking, fat biking, hut-to-hut skiing, and snowshoeing. MH&T maintains three award-winning eco-lodges along this corridor that provide guests with a unique Maine winter experience.

Each eco-lodge features a winter hut staff consisting of a Hut Crew Leader and Hut Crew. Hut staff work as a tight-knit team to provide a warm and friendly environment for overnight guests and day visitors. A variety of responsibilities include guest check-in, food and meal preparations, housekeeping and custodial duties, maintaining off-grid systems, and more! Compensation includes a competitive starting wage of $16/hour plus tips with onsite housing and meals provided. Successful applicants will have a proven commitment to customer service, the ability to work as part of a team, and the ability to maintain high standards in an isolated setting. If you have interest in outdoor recreation (especially hiking, biking, paddling, skiing and snowshoeing), enthusiasm for living in a remote wilderness setting, hospitality and/or food service experience (preferred), and exceptional customer service skills with a friendly, outgoing personality, email a cover letter and resume to Seth Page.

• Maine Huts & Trails is so much more than three backcountry, off-the-grid eco-lodges connected together by 50+ miles of multi-use recreational trails & waterways. View the experience »

• Hut staff work together as a small team to deliver backcountry hospitality and create memorable experiences for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Interaction with Hut staff is at the heart of the visitor experience.

As a family business started in 1954, Sperry Chalet and Granite Park Chalet are the two hike-in-only lodges in Glacier National Park, Montana. The short summer season takes a lot of effort, but 60 years of experience make the work easier and the summer more fun.

Now seeking a summer hospitality crew of 8-9 individuals to serve as cooks, bakers, waitstaff, dishwashers, and housekeepers for a rustic yet refined guest experience. Contribute your positive attitude to the team operating this National Historic Landmark lodge. Go into the wilderness and perform the simple acts of caring for where you live. Make sure everyone is well fed and has clean cozy rooms to sleep in. That is the secret recipe for enabling adventures and making memories! Yes, it is an adventure, and you will tell stories about working at Sperry for the rest of your life.

Applicants must make a commitment from June 29th to September 13th, 2026 (10+ weeks) and be physically, mentally, and medically fit. Compensation includes $1,402.25/week (plus tips and bonus) along with free room and board. As counterintuitive as it may be for a remote location, enjoying people will be your greatest asset. Meeting new people, serving people, helping others through a place they may not understand, being on a team, working with others. To start the application process, read through the employee handbook (this is to help you understand what you are getting into with this unusual place of work before formally applying!), then fill out the online application. Applications are accepted year-round and it's best to apply by April 1st.

• The work is hard and the living conditions are unique. There will be no electricity, no cars, no TV, no mall, no Internet, no time down the mountain. Just rocks and snow and animals and insects and birds and mountain goats and sun and rain and wind and mountain air, great food, a spectacular backyard with plenty of hiking opportunities, a nice paycheck, and lots of memories at the end of it all.

As a small remote resort floating in the North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake Resort is a line of fifteen individual cabins built on log floats. It is the only facility on the lake and has no direct road access.

Seasonal positions include:
• Office Staff (2): Check in/out guests, answer phone/emails, attend to guest needs, schedule reservations, issue equipment rentals, manage gift shop sales, stock and inventory, and assist in all areas to help create a harmonious team atmosphere.
• Housekeepers (7): Clean cabins and resort buildings, launder linens and towels, replenish supplies, and tend to guest needs.
• Deckhands/Truck Drivers (6): Issue boat rentals, wash boats, maintain all rental equipments, keep docks clean, drive trucks for portage service, transport guests in/out, help with guest needs and any other resort duties.
• Boat Captains (2): Transport guests and gear to and from the resort as well as to hiking trails and campsites up the 22 miles of Ross Lake. Requires a valid U.S. Coast Guard OUPV (6-pack) license.

Compensation starts at $17.13/hour (with adjustments for experience plus tips), shared floating cabin living space (with bathroom, kitchen, paid utilities, and WiFi), 30% crew discount on purchases, paid training (as well as cross-training to create a strong teamwork atmosphere), complimentary use of equipment (motorboats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards), and incredible hiking, camping, and fishing! The 2026 season runs from mid-June to October 31st (5-day work week with two days off). Most staff arrive mid-May to open up the resort and leave mid-November to close up operations. Applicants must be able to work and live closely with others from all walks of life, enjoy the challenges that a remote floating resort has, and have an appreciation of the great outdoors. If you are a fun, outgoing, energetic, and motivated individual, email a cover letter and resume to Candi Lee.

Perks of the job!
+ Floating home for 6 months at no cost
+ Remote rustic location in the backcountry
+ Motorboat or paddle every day after work
+ Camp on your weekends
+ Hiking galore
+ Luna, the resort cat

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