Housekeeper (Early)
Wake Up in the Heart of the Olympic Peninsula
Imagine starting your workday with mist rising off Lake Quinault, ancient moss-draped trees just outside your window, and the smell of rain-washed cedar in the air. That’s everyday life at Aramark Destinations – Lake Quinault Lodge, a legendary 1926 lodge nestled in the Quinault Rainforest of Washington State. We’re looking for energetic university students to join our Housekeeping team on the early shift for the Summer to Fall season.
About the Position
Position: Housekeeper (Early Shift)
Location: Quinault, Washington
Pay: $16.66 per hour
Hours: 32 hours per week
Season: Summer to Fall
Tips: Not applicable
What You’ll Be Doing
- Cleaning and refreshing guest rooms, bathrooms and cabins to Aramark’s high standards
- Changing bed linens, replacing towels and restocking guest amenities
- Vacuuming, dusting, mopping and sanitizing surfaces in rooms and public areas
- Collecting and transporting laundry and trash to designated areas
- Reporting maintenance issues, lost items and safety concerns to your supervisor
- Greeting guests warmly and helping create a five-star rainforest experience
Why Lake Quinault?
Lake Quinault Lodge sits on the shore of a pristine glacier-fed lake, right at the gateway to Olympic National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On your days off you can hike to waterfalls in the Hoh Rainforest, stand beneath some of the largest spruce trees on Earth, kayak on the lake, or drive out to the wild Pacific beaches at Ruby Beach and Kalaloch. Seattle, Portland and the Canadian border are all within road-trip range for longer breaks.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive hourly wage of $16.66 with a guaranteed 32-hour schedule
- Early shift means your afternoons and evenings are free for adventure
- Housing assistance and employee meal options available through Aramark
- Employee discounts at Aramark Destinations properties across the USA
- Work alongside an international team and make friends from around the world
- Real US hospitality experience with a globally recognized employer for your CV
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 with a valid J-1 Work & Travel visa
- Conversational English and a friendly, guest-focused attitude
- Reliability, punctuality and comfort with early morning starts
- Physical stamina – you’ll be on your feet, bending, lifting and moving throughout your shift
- Attention to detail and pride in a job well done
- Team spirit and a positive attitude in a fast-paced seasonal environment
Ready for Your American Adventure?
Spots at Lake Quinault Lodge fill up fast every season. If you want to earn in US dollars, improve your English, and spend a summer surrounded by one of the most beautiful rainforests on the planet, apply today and start your Work & Travel USA story.
About Washington
Washington State spans the Pacific coast, Olympic and North Cascades mountains and the green city of Seattle. Popular jobs include lake and mountain resorts, hotels and national-park lodges.
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