Housekeeper
Live Your American Summer in Hyannis, Cape Cod
Imagine finishing your shift, grabbing your towel and walking straight to a New England beach where the Atlantic breeze meets clam shacks, ice cream stands and golden sunsets. That’s everyday life when you join Newport Hotel Group at Hyannis Harbor Hotel as a Housekeeper for the Work & Travel USA program.
Hyannis is the beating heart of Cape Cod – the harbor town where ferries leave for Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, where Main Street fills with live music and street performers, and where thousands of international students spend the most unforgettable summer of their lives. This is your chance to be one of them.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Housekeeper, you are the person who makes guests’ vacations feel effortless. Your day-to-day duties include:
- Cleaning and refreshing guest rooms, bathrooms and public areas to hotel standards
- Changing linens, making beds and restocking towels and amenities
- Vacuuming, dusting, mopping and keeping hallways spotless
- Restocking your housekeeping cart and managing supplies
- Reporting maintenance issues and lost-and-found items to your supervisor
- Working as part of an international team and greeting guests with a smile
Why You’ll Love This Job
- $20.00 per hour – one of the strongest housekeeping rates on Cape Cod
- Tips included – guests regularly leave cash tips, boosting your weekly earnings
- 35 hours per week guaranteed, with a predictable schedule that leaves time for the beach
- Summer to Fall season – a long placement means more money saved and more time to travel
- Daytime hours in most cases, so your evenings are free for BBQs, harbor walks and beach bonfires
- Real hospitality experience with a respected U.S. hotel group – a great addition to your CV
- A friendly, multicultural team of students from around the world
Location Highlights
Hyannis, Massachusetts sits on Cape Cod, about 1.5 hours from Boston. From your doorstep you can explore Kalmus and Craigville Beaches, the Cape Cod Rail Trail, whale-watching tours, the JFK Museum and the famous seafood of Main Street. Weekend trips to Boston, New York City and the islands are easy and popular among Work & Travel participants.
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
- Conversational English – enough to understand instructions and greet guests
- A strong work ethic, attention to detail and pride in a job well done
- Physical stamina: you’ll be on your feet, bending, lifting and moving throughout your shift
- Reliability, punctuality and a positive team attitude
- No previous experience required – full training is provided
Ready for the Best Summer of Your Life?
Positions at Hyannis Harbor Hotel fill quickly every season. Apply today, secure your spot on Cape Cod, and start counting down to your American summer.
About Massachusetts
Massachusetts offers Cape Cod beaches, historic Boston and island getaways. Popular summer jobs are in coastal resorts, restaurants and hotels in classic New England seaside towns.
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