Aramark Destinations Olympic Peninsula Sol Duc Hot Springs

Live and Work Inside Olympic National Park

Imagine finishing your shift and soaking in natural mineral hot springs surrounded by ancient rainforest. At Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, operated by Aramark Destinations, that's just an ordinary evening. Tucked deep inside Olympic National Park near Port Angeles, Washington, this legendary resort welcomes travellers from all over the world — and this summer, you can be part of the team that makes it happen.

This is a Work & Travel USA opportunity built for adventurous university students who want more than a city job. You'll earn $17.75 per hour, work approximately 32 hours per week, and spend your season in one of the most spectacular natural settings in North America.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Back of House Resort Worker, you're the engine that keeps the resort running smoothly behind the scenes. Your day-to-day duties may include:

• Washing dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment using commercial dishwashing machines
• Assisting cooks with basic food prep — washing, peeling, chopping and portioning
• Keeping kitchen areas, storage rooms and work stations clean, organised and sanitary
• Receiving deliveries, stocking shelves and rotating inventory
• Taking out rubbish, recycling and supporting general resort housekeeping tasks as needed
• Following all food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards
• Supporting your teammates during busy service periods with a positive, can-do attitude

Why Port Angeles & the Olympic Peninsula?

The Olympic Peninsula is a bucket-list destination — three ecosystems in one park. On your days off you can:

• Hike to Sol Duc Falls, one of the most photographed waterfalls in Washington (just minutes from the resort)
• Explore the mossy, otherworldly Hoh Rain Forest
• Watch the sunset over the Pacific at Rialto Beach and La Push
• Drive up to Hurricane Ridge for panoramic mountain views
• Take a ferry from Port Angeles to Victoria, Canada, or head to Seattle for a weekend city fix
• Visit Forks — yes, the town from Twilight — for a fun photo stop

Benefits & Perks

• $17.75 per hour — a strong wage for the region
• Approximately 32 hours per week, with the potential for additional hours during peak season
• Employer-arranged on-site housing and staff meal options (details provided by the employer)
• Free or discounted access to resort amenities, including the famous hot spring pools
• An international team — make friends from around the globe
• Real US hospitality experience with Aramark, a global brand that looks great on your CV
• A Summer to Fall season, so you catch both the sunny peak and the gorgeous autumn colours

What We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA J-1 programme
• Conversational English — enough to understand instructions and work with a team
• Physical stamina: you'll be standing, lifting and moving throughout your shift
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Comfort living in a remote natural setting with limited mobile signal and internet
• A friendly, team-first personality and genuine enthusiasm for the outdoors

Ready for the Season of Your Life?

Jobs inside US national parks are limited and fill fast every year. If you want a summer of waterfalls, hot springs, mountain air and international friendships — plus a solid paycheque — apply now for the Resort Worker (Back of House) position at Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort.

Your Summer Adventure Begins in Olympic National Park

Imagine finishing your shift and soaking in natural mineral hot springs surrounded by ancient rainforest, waterfalls and snow-capped peaks. That's everyday life at Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, operated by Aramark Destinations Olympic Peninsula near Port Angeles, Washington — one of the most spectacular Work & Travel USA destinations in the country.

We're hiring energetic university students aged 18–25 for Front of House Resort Worker positions from summer into fall. If you love meeting people from around the world, thrive in a fast-paced team and dream of spending your days off hiking to waterfalls, this is your job.

What You'll Be Doing

• Greeting and welcoming resort guests with a warm, friendly attitude
• Working in front-of-house areas such as the restaurant, café, gift shop, poolside snack bar or front desk support
• Taking orders, serving food and beverages, and handling cash register / POS transactions
• Setting, clearing and resetting tables; keeping dining and public areas clean and inviting
• Answering guest questions about the resort, hot spring pools and nearby trails
• Restocking supplies and merchandise, and supporting your teammates during busy periods
• Following all health, safety and food-handling standards

Why Sol Duc Hot Springs?

Sol Duc sits deep inside Olympic National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on Washington's wild Olympic Peninsula. Within minutes of your workplace you'll find the famous Sol Duc Falls, moss-draped temperate rainforest, and trailheads leading into the Seven Lakes Basin. A short drive takes you to Lake Crescent, Hurricane Ridge and the dramatic Pacific coastline at Rialto and Ruby Beach.

Port Angeles is your gateway town for shopping, cafés and a ferry ride to Victoria, Canada. Seattle — with its music scene, markets and international airport — is just a few hours away, perfect for weekend trips and your post-program travel month.

Pay & Benefits

• $17.75 per hour — one of the strongest Work & Travel wages in the USA
• 32 hours per week guaranteed, with opportunities for additional hours during peak season
• Employer-provided housing available on or near the resort (deducted from pay)
• Employee meal program and staff discounts
• Access to the hot spring mineral pools — a legendary staff perk
• Live and work inside a U.S. National Park with an international team of students
• Real hospitality experience with Aramark, a global industry leader, for your CV

What We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 enrolled in the Work & Travel USA program
• Conversational to good English — you'll speak with guests every day
• Friendly, outgoing personality and a genuine service mindset
• Ability to stand, walk and lift light loads throughout your shift
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Team spirit, reliability and a positive attitude — no prior experience required, full training provided

Important to Know

Sol Duc is a remote mountain location with limited mobile signal and no public transport — perfect if you want a true nature immersion, less ideal if you want city nightlife. Pack warm layers and rain gear: Pacific Northwest weather changes fast, and evenings can be cool even in summer. The season runs from summer into fall, so you'll see the forest change colours before you head home.

Spots at national park resorts fill fast every year. Apply now and spend your summer where the rainforest meets the hot springs!