Kampgrounds of America Terramor Outdoor Resort

Wake Up in the Wild Beauty of Bar Harbor, Maine

Imagine starting your workday surrounded by towering pines, salty ocean air, and the peaceful hum of Maine's most beautiful coastline. Kampgrounds of America's Terramor Outdoor Resort is looking for energetic university students to join our hospitality team as a Breakfast Attendant & Prep for the Work & Travel USA summer-to-fall season.

Terramor is a luxury glamping resort just minutes from Acadia National Park – one of the most visited national parks in the United States. Guests come from all over the world to hike Cadillac Mountain, kayak along the rocky shore, and taste world-famous Maine lobster. And you'll be right there in the middle of it all.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and setting up a fresh, welcoming breakfast buffet each morning
• Basic food prep – slicing fruit, portioning pastries, assembling grab-and-go items
• Greeting guests with a smile and answering questions about the menu and the resort
• Keeping the breakfast area, coffee station, and dining space clean, stocked, and photo-ready
• Restocking supplies, washing dishes, and following food safety and sanitation standards
• Working alongside the culinary and guest services team to make every morning memorable

The Details

• Position: Breakfast Attendant & Prep
• Employer: Kampgrounds of America – Terramor Outdoor Resort
• Location: Bar Harbor, Maine
• Pay: $17.00 per hour
• Hours: approximately 36 hours per week
• Season: Summer to Fall
• Tips: Not applicable for this role

Why You'll Love It Here

With early morning shifts, your afternoons and evenings are free to explore. Hike the trails of Acadia, watch the sunrise from Cadillac Mountain (the first place in the U.S. to see the sun!), bike the carriage roads, go whale watching, or wander the charming shops and seafood shacks of downtown Bar Harbor.

You'll work in a friendly, international team environment where hospitality skills, English fluency, and lifelong friendships come naturally. Terramor is known for its warm, guest-focused culture – perfect experience for your CV, whether you study tourism, business, hospitality, or anything else.

What We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA program
• Conversational English and a genuine, friendly attitude
• Early riser energy – you're comfortable with morning shifts
• Reliable, punctual, and happy to work as part of a team
• Willingness to stand for extended periods and handle light lifting
• No previous experience required – full training provided!

Ready to spend your summer on the coast of Maine? Apply now – positions at Terramor Outdoor Resort are among the most popular in the Work & Travel USA program and fill up fast.

Live Your American Summer at Terramor Outdoor Resort in Bar Harbor, Maine

Imagine waking up to crisp pine-scented air, spending your days off hiking granite peaks in Acadia National Park, and watching the sunrise from Cadillac Mountain – the first place in the United States to catch the morning light. As a Front Desk Attendant at Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Terramor Outdoor Resort, this is your everyday reality.

Terramor is not your average campground. It's an upscale glamping resort where luxury safari-style tents meet the wild beauty of coastal Maine. Guests come here for an unforgettable outdoor escape – and you'll be the very first friendly face that welcomes them.

What You'll Be Doing

• Greeting arriving guests with a warm smile and handling check-ins and check-outs
• Answering phone calls, emails and reservation inquiries
• Processing payments and managing the resort's booking system
• Sharing insider tips about Acadia National Park, local trails, lobster shacks and Bar Harbor attractions
• Coordinating with housekeeping, maintenance and activities teams
• Handling guest requests and solving small problems with a positive attitude
• Keeping the front desk and welcome area clean, organized and inviting

Why Bar Harbor, Maine?

Bar Harbor is one of New England's most beloved summer destinations – a charming coastal town of colorful storefronts, whale-watching boats, blueberry pie and world-famous lobster rolls. It sits right at the gateway to Acadia National Park, with over 250 km of hiking trails, carriage roads for cycling, rocky beaches and postcard-perfect sunsets over Frenchman Bay.

Your summer to fall placement means you'll also experience the beginning of the legendary New England foliage season, when the forests explode into red, orange and gold. Very few Work & Travel participants get to see this – you will.

Compensation & Benefits

• $17.00 per hour – one of the strongest rates in the program
• 36 hours per week guaranteed, with a stable and predictable schedule
• Work for KOA, one of the most recognized hospitality brands in North America – excellent for your CV and future references
• Real hospitality, customer service and reservation-system experience
• An international team and a genuinely fun, outdoorsy work culture
• Free time to explore Acadia, Bar Harbor and the coast of Maine

Who We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 enrolled in the Work & Travel USA program
• Good conversational English – you'll be talking with guests all day
• Friendly, outgoing and genuinely happy to help people
• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working weekends and holidays
• Basic computer skills; hospitality experience is a plus but not required
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn – full training is provided

Ready to Apply?

Positions in Bar Harbor fill up fast every season. If you want a summer of mountains, ocean, lobster and lifelong friendships – plus a great paycheck – apply now for the Front Desk Attendant position at Terramor Outdoor Resort and start your American adventure.

Live and Work Beside Acadia National Park

Imagine waking up to pine-scented mornings, working in a luxury glamping resort tucked into the forests of Maine, and spending your days off hiking granite peaks and eating fresh lobster by the harbour. That's a summer at Terramor Outdoor Resort, part of the legendary Kampgrounds of America (KOA) family, located in Bar Harbor, Maine – the gateway to Acadia National Park.

Terramor is not your average campground. It's an upscale outdoor resort with beautifully designed safari-style tents, a welcoming Lodge, fire pits, and guests from all over the world who come to experience nature in comfort. As a Housekeeping / General Resort Worker, you'll be a key part of the team that makes that experience unforgettable.

What You'll Be Doing

• Cleaning and refreshing luxury guest tents, bathrooms, and common areas to resort standards
• Changing linens, making beds, restocking amenities and supplies
• Doing laundry and helping organise housekeeping storage areas
• Keeping the Lodge, decks, pathways and public restrooms spotless and welcoming
• Light grounds and general resort upkeep tasks as needed
• Greeting guests with a friendly smile and answering simple questions
• Working as part of an international team to prepare the resort for daily arrivals

Position Details

• Employer: Kampgrounds of America – Terramor Outdoor Resort
• Position: Housekeeping / General Resort Worker
• Location: Bar Harbor, Maine, USA
• Pay: $17.00 per hour
• Hours: approximately 36 hours per week
• Season: Summer through Fall
• Tips: Not applicable for this role

Why Bar Harbor?

Bar Harbor is one of the most beautiful summer destinations on the U.S. East Coast. Located on Mount Desert Island, it offers dramatic Atlantic coastline, sunrise views from Cadillac Mountain, kayaking, whale watching, cycling on the historic carriage roads, and a charming downtown full of cafés, ice-cream shops and souvenir stores. Millions of visitors come here every summer – and you'll get to call it home.

The season also stretches into fall, meaning you may witness New England's world-famous autumn foliage, when the forests turn red, orange and gold. It's one of the most photographed natural spectacles in America.

Benefits of This Placement

• Solid $17/hour wage with a stable weekly schedule
• Work for KOA – a respected, well-organised American hospitality brand that looks great on your CV
• Real hospitality experience in a premium resort environment
• Daily English practice and communication skills with American and international guests
• An international team of J-1 students – instant friends from around the world
• Located minutes from Acadia National Park for epic days off
• Opportunity to travel the USA after your work period ends

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
• Strong work ethic, reliability and attention to detail
• Physically able to be active, stand, walk and lift light loads during the shift
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays and early shifts (resorts are busiest then!)
• Availability from summer into the fall season

Ready for Your American Summer?

If you want more than just a job – a summer of nature, ocean air, new friendships and unforgettable stories – Terramor Outdoor Resort in Bar Harbor is waiting for you. Spots for this popular Maine location fill up fast, so apply early and secure your place in one of the most scenic corners of the United States.

Cook Where the Forest Meets the Sea – Bar Harbor, Maine

Imagine finishing your shift and walking straight into a pine forest, with the Atlantic Ocean sparkling just minutes away. At Kampgrounds of America's Terramor Outdoor Resort, you won't just work in a kitchen – you'll be part of one of America's most unique glamping destinations, right on the doorstep of Acadia National Park. If you love food, adventure and meeting people from all over the world, this is the Work & Travel USA summer you'll be telling stories about for years.

About the Position

As a Line Cook, you'll be at the heart of the resort's dining experience, preparing fresh, seasonal dishes for guests who come from across the United States and beyond. You'll work alongside experienced American chefs who are happy to teach – perfect if you want to level up your culinary skills and your English at the same time.

Your Day-to-Day Duties

• Preparing ingredients (chopping, portioning, marinating) and setting up your station before service
• Cooking menu items on the grill, sauté and fryer stations to the chef's standards
• Plating dishes attractively and ensuring consistent quality and portion sizes
• Following food safety, sanitation and HACCP standards at all times
• Keeping your station, equipment and walk-in coolers clean and organized
• Assisting with deliveries, stock rotation and inventory checks
• Communicating clearly with servers and kitchen teammates during busy service

Job Details

• Employer: Kampgrounds of America – Terramor Outdoor Resort
• Position: Line Cook
• Location: Bar Harbor, Maine
• Industry: Hospitality / Food & Beverage
• Pay: $17.00 per hour
• Hours: approx. 36 hours per week
• Season: Summer to Fall
• Tips: Not applicable for this role

Why Bar Harbor, Maine?

Bar Harbor is the classic New England coastal town – colorful shops, lobster shacks, sailboats in the harbour and hiking trails that lead to breathtaking ocean views. On your days off you can:

• Watch the first sunrise in the USA from the summit of Cadillac Mountain
• Hike, bike and kayak in Acadia National Park
• Try a real Maine lobster roll and famous blueberry pie
• Go whale watching or explore the Bar Harbor Shore Path
• Take weekend trips to Portland or even Boston

Autumn is the magic bonus: staying into September and October means you'll see Maine's world-famous fall foliage turn the forests red, orange and gold.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive $17/hour wage – strong earning potential over the season
• Hands-on professional kitchen experience with a nationally recognized brand (KOA)
• Rapid English improvement in a fast-paced, real-world environment
• Friendships with international staff and Americans alike
• A CV boost that international hospitality employers respect
• Access to a stunning outdoor lifestyle in your free time

What We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA program
• Some previous kitchen or cooking experience preferred (home cooking passion counts – be ready to show it!)
• Conversational English to follow instructions and work as a team
• Ability to stand for long shifts and work in a warm, busy kitchen
• Reliable, punctual and positive attitude under pressure
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings and holidays as scheduled
• Availability from summer through fall

Ready to Apply?

Kitchen positions in Bar Harbor are among the most popular in the Work & Travel USA program and they fill fast. If you're ready to trade lecture halls for a professional kitchen next to Acadia National Park, apply today and start planning the best summer of your life.