Food and Beverage
Work Where Others Come to Play – Valleyfair, a Six Flags Park
Imagine starting your workday to the sound of roller coasters roaring overhead and the smell of fresh popcorn in the air. At Valleyfair, Minnesota’s largest amusement park and part of the legendary Six Flags family, you won’t just work a summer job – you’ll live an American summer story worth telling for the rest of your life.
Every year, hundreds of international students from around the world join the Valleyfair team, making it one of the most popular and welcoming Work & Travel USA destinations. If you’re a university student aged 18–25 looking for solid earnings, a huge international community, and unforgettable memories, this is your park.
Your Role: Food & Beverage Team Member
As part of the Food & Beverage crew, you’ll be at the heart of the guest experience – serving up the classic tastes of an American theme park. Your day-to-day duties may include:
- Greeting guests with a smile and taking their food and drink orders
- Operating the cash register and handling card and cash payments
- Preparing and serving park favorites: burgers, pizza, funnel cakes, ice cream, fresh lemonade and more
- Restocking supplies and keeping display areas fresh and attractive
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene in your work area
- Working as part of a fast-paced, friendly, multicultural team
No previous experience is required – full training is provided by professional supervisors. All you need to bring is a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Job Snapshot
- Employer: Valleyfair, a Six Flags Park
- Position: Food and Beverage
- Location: Shakopee, Minnesota
- Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
- Hours: 40 hours per week (overtime often available during peak season)
- Season: Summer to Fall
- Tips: Not applicable
Life in Shakopee, Minnesota
Shakopee sits just 40 minutes southwest of Minneapolis–St. Paul, the vibrant Twin Cities known for their music scene, lakeside parks, museums and the famous Mall of America – the largest shopping mall in the United States. Minnesota is the “Land of 10,000 Lakes,” so your days off can be spent swimming, kayaking, cycling along the Minnesota River, or having a classic American barbecue with friends.
The area is safe, student-friendly and easy to navigate, with a large international worker community that makes settling in simple and fun.
Why Students Love This Job
- Excellent hourly rate of $17 with guaranteed 40 hours per week
- Employer-arranged housing options available
- Free admission to Valleyfair and discounts at other Six Flags parks
- Free or discounted meals during shifts and employee discounts on merchandise
- Employee events, parties and ride nights just for the staff
- Real customer service and teamwork experience for your CV
- Daily English practice and friendships with students from dozens of countries
Requirements
- Full-time university student, aged 18–25, eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
- Conversational English – enough to communicate confidently with guests
- Friendly, energetic and reliable personality
- Ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced environment, including outdoors
- Availability for the full summer-to-fall season, including weekends and holidays
- Professional appearance and adherence to the park’s grooming standards
Ready for Your American Summer?
Places at Valleyfair fill up quickly every season. Apply today, secure your spot, and get ready to earn, travel and experience the USA like never before!
About Minnesota
Minnesota is the Land of 10,000 Lakes, with forests, resorts and the lively Twin Cities. Students work in lake resorts, hotels and restaurants in a fresh, outdoorsy northern summer.
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