Food and Beverage Team Member
Work Where Every Day Feels Like a Holiday
Imagine spending your summer in a town literally called Santa Claus, Indiana, working at one of America’s most beloved family theme parks. Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is famous for its world-record wooden roller coasters, free unlimited soft drinks, and an atmosphere so friendly it’s been voted the world’s friendliest park again and again. As a Food and Beverage Team Member, you’ll be right at the heart of the action – and right at the heart of the guest experience.
Your Role: Food & Beverage Team Member
You’ll be part of a big, energetic international team keeping hungry park guests happy from morning until closing. No two days look the same, and you’ll learn skills that look great on any CV.
- Greet guests with a smile and take food and drink orders at counters, kiosks, or dining outlets
- Prepare and serve popular American park favourites – pizza, burgers, fries, ice cream, pretzels and more
- Operate the cash register and handle card payments accurately
- Restock beverage stations, condiments, and supplies throughout your shift
- Keep work areas, dining spaces, and equipment clean and up to strict food-safety standards
- Work as a team with colleagues from all over the world to keep service quick and friendly
The Details
- Position: Food and Beverage Team Member
- Employer: Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari
- Location: Santa Claus, Indiana, USA
- Pay: $13.00 per hour
- Hours: approximately 40 hours per week
- Season: Summer through Fall
- Tips: Not applicable for this position
Why Santa Claus, Indiana?
Yes, the town’s name is real – and so is the charm. Santa Claus is a small, safe, welcoming community in southern Indiana surrounded by lakes, forests, and rolling countryside. It’s a classic slice of small-town America where locals know your name and everyone loves the park. On your days off you can float down the Ohio River, explore Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, hit the trails, or take weekend trips to Louisville, Nashville, Indianapolis, or St. Louis – all within driving distance. And of course, you’ll have the park itself: two world-class attractions in one, a theme park and a water park, with coasters that thrill riders come from across the globe to experience.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive $13/hour with a reliable 40-hour schedule and overtime opportunities in peak season
- Free or discounted park admission – ride the coasters and cool off in Splashin’ Safari
- Employee discounts on food and merchandise
- Free uniform and on-the-job training – no prior experience needed
- Employee events, team activities, and end-of-season celebrations
- A truly international team – make friends from a dozen countries in one summer
- Real hospitality and customer-service experience for your CV, plus rapid English improvement
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 with a valid J-1 Work & Travel visa
- Conversational English and confidence speaking with guests
- A friendly, positive attitude and genuine team spirit
- Reliability and punctuality – guests are counting on you
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced, warm environment
- Availability including weekends, evenings, and US holidays
- Flexibility to stay through the Fall season is a big plus
Ready for the Summer You’ll Talk About Forever?
Positions at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari fill quickly every season – this is one of the most popular Work & Travel USA placements in the Midwest. Apply today and spend your summer earning dollars, making global friends, and working in the friendliest park in the world.
About Indiana
Indiana offers lakes, resorts like French Lick and friendly Midwestern towns. Students typically work in resort hotels, restaurants and attractions in a relaxed, affordable summer setting.
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