Forty One North
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Host
Be the First Smile Guests See in Newport, Rhode Island
Imagine spending your Work & Travel USA summer on a sun-drenched waterfront deck, with sailboats gliding across Newport Harbor and the salty Atlantic breeze in your hair. Forty One North is one of Newport's most celebrated waterfront hospitality destinations, and they're looking for energetic international students to join their front-of-house team as a Host.
This is more than a summer job — it's your chance to work in a fast-paced, world-class American hospitality environment, build real customer service skills, and make friends from all over the world.
What You'll Be Doing
- Welcoming guests with a warm smile and a friendly greeting as they arrive
- Managing the reservation system, waitlist, and seating chart
- Escorting guests to their tables and presenting menus
- Coordinating with servers, bartenders, and management to keep service flowing smoothly
- Answering phone calls, taking reservations, and responding to guest questions
- Keeping the host stand and entrance areas clean, organized, and inviting
- Helping create a memorable first and last impression for every single guest
Why Newport, Rhode Island?
Newport is one of New England's most legendary summer destinations — a sailing capital packed with Gilded Age mansions, cobblestone streets, world-famous music festivals, and some of the best beaches on the East Coast. Walk the Cliff Walk, spend your days off at Easton's Beach, explore Thames Street, and take weekend trips to Boston (about 1.5 hours) or New York City. With thousands of students and seasonal workers arriving every summer, the social scene is unbeatable.
The Details
- Position: Host
- Employer: Forty One North
- Location: Newport, Rhode Island
- Pay: $17.00 per hour + tips
- Hours: 38 hours per week
- Season: Summer to Fall
- Industry: Hospitality
What You'll Gain
Beyond a strong hourly wage and tip potential, you'll develop fluent conversational English, professional communication skills, and hospitality experience that looks fantastic on any CV. You'll also get the full American summer experience — beach days, road trips, new friendships, and stories you'll be telling for years.
Who We're Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA program
- Confident, conversational English (you'll be speaking with guests constantly)
- A genuinely friendly, outgoing personality and a big smile
- Reliable, punctual, and able to stay calm during a busy dinner rush
- Comfortable standing for extended periods
- Available for the full summer-to-fall season
- Previous hospitality experience is a plus, but a great attitude matters most
Spots at Newport's waterfront venues fill up fast every season. Apply today and start planning your American summer!
Busser
Work & Travel USA: Busser at Forty One North, Newport, Rhode Island
Imagine spending your summer on one of America's most beautiful harbors – sailboats gliding past, salty ocean breeze in the air, and a lively waterfront restaurant buzzing with energy. That's everyday life at Forty One North, a stylish hospitality destination in the heart of Newport, Rhode Island. If you're a university student looking for a real American summer with great vibes, great people and great tips, this Busser role is calling your name.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Busser, you are the heartbeat of the dining room – the person who keeps everything flowing smoothly so guests can relax and enjoy their meal with an ocean view.
- Clearing, cleaning and resetting tables quickly and neatly between guests
- Assisting servers and bartenders with drink runs, food delivery and guest requests
- Refilling water, restocking silverware, glassware, napkins and condiments
- Keeping dining areas, service stations and the outdoor patio tidy and welcoming
- Helping with opening and closing duties and general cleanliness standards
- Greeting guests with a friendly smile and supporting the team wherever needed
Why Newport, Rhode Island?
Newport is a legendary New England summer town – famous for its Gilded Age mansions, the scenic Cliff Walk, sandy beaches like Easton's Beach, world-class sailing regattas and the iconic Newport Folk & Jazz Festivals. Cobblestone streets, seafood shacks, ice cream on the harbor and sunsets over the Atlantic – this is postcard America. Plus, you're only about an hour from Providence and Boston, and a bus ride from New York City for weekend adventures.
Your Benefits
- $6.00 per hour PLUS tips – tip share at a busy waterfront venue can significantly boost your earnings
- 38 hours per week – stable, reliable income all season long
- Season from Summer to Fall – enjoy peak beach season and the gorgeous New England autumn
- Real hospitality experience at a respected American venue for your CV
- Practice English every single day with guests and colleagues
- An international team and lifelong friendships from around the world
- Free time to explore beaches, festivals, and the East Coast
What We're Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA program
- Conversational English and a positive, guest-friendly attitude
- Energy and stamina – bussing is fast-paced and involves standing, walking and lifting trays
- Team spirit, reliability and punctuality
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays during the busy season
- No previous experience required – full training provided!
Ready for Your American Summer?
Spots for the Newport waterfront season fill up fast. Apply now to join Forty One North as a Busser and turn your summer into an unforgettable Work & Travel USA story.
Barback
Live the Newport Summer Dream as a Barback at Forty One North
Picture this: sailboats gliding across Narragansett Bay, the sun setting behind the marina, live music drifting across the deck – and you, right in the middle of it all, keeping one of Newport's most stylish waterfront venues running smoothly. Forty One North is a premier hospitality destination on Rhode Island's legendary harbor, and we're looking for energetic international students to join our bar team for the Summer to Fall season.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Barback, you are the engine behind the bar. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Stocking and restocking beer, wine, spirits, mixers, glassware and garnishes
- Keeping ice wells full and bar stations clean, organized and guest-ready
- Supporting bartenders during busy service so drinks fly out fast
- Cutting fruit, preparing garnishes and setting up bar displays
- Clearing glassware, wiping surfaces and maintaining health and safety standards
- Assisting with deliveries, storage rotation and end-of-shift closing duties
No previous bar experience is required – our team will train you. What matters most is your energy, reliability and willingness to learn.
Why Newport, Rhode Island?
Newport is one of New England's most iconic summer towns – a place where Gilded Age mansions meet sandy beaches, seafood shacks and buzzing nightlife. Walk the famous Cliff Walk, explore Thames Street, sail on the bay, catch the Newport Jazz and Folk Festivals, and take weekend trips to Boston, Providence, Cape Cod or New York City. With thousands of international students working here every summer, you'll make friends from all over the world.
Job Details & Benefits
- Position: Barback
- Employer: Forty One North
- Location: Newport, Rhode Island
- Pay: $6.00 per hour plus tips – tips from a busy waterfront bar can significantly boost your earnings
- Hours: approximately 38 hours per week
- Season: Summer to Fall
- Extras: Fun, international team environment, real US hospitality experience for your CV, and the chance to improve your English every single day
What We're Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 on a valid J-1 Work & Travel visa
- Conversational English and a friendly, guest-focused attitude
- Ability to work on your feet, lift cases and kegs, and move quickly during peak hours
- Flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays
- Team players who bring positive energy to every shift
Ready to trade lecture halls for the Newport harbor? Apply today and spend your Work & Travel USA summer earning money, building international experience and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Food Runner
Live Your American Summer on Newport's Waterfront
Imagine finishing your shift as the sun sets over Narragansett Bay, sailboats drifting past the marina and your new international friends waiting for you on the beach. That's everyday life when you join Forty One North in Newport, Rhode Island as a Food Runner through the Work & Travel USA program.
Forty One North is one of Newport's most iconic waterfront hospitality destinations – a stylish hotel and restaurant complex where guests come for fresh New England seafood, sunset cocktails and a true coastal experience. As part of the team, you'll be at the heart of the action all summer long.
What You'll Be Doing
- Delivering freshly prepared dishes from the kitchen to guests' tables quickly and accurately
- Working closely with servers, bartenders and kitchen staff to keep service running smoothly
- Setting, clearing and resetting tables during busy service periods
- Restocking service stations with cutlery, glassware, napkins and condiments
- Answering basic guest questions and helping create a warm, welcoming atmosphere
- Supporting the team with general cleanliness and closing duties
Why Newport, Rhode Island?
Newport is a legendary New England summer town – famous for its Gilded Age mansions, the Cliff Walk trail along the Atlantic, world-class sailing regattas and one of the best live music and festival scenes in the country. Easton's Beach, First Beach and Second Beach are perfect for your days off, and Boston, Providence and New York City are all within easy reach for weekend trips.
With a huge international student community every summer, you'll never feel alone – Newport is one of the most popular and social Work & Travel destinations in the USA.
Benefits & Compensation
- $6.00 per hour base rate plus tips – food runners at busy waterfront venues often significantly increase their earnings through tip share
- 38 hours per week guaranteed schedule, with the possibility of extra hours during peak season
- Extended Summer to Fall season – more weeks of work means more money saved for travel
- Free or discounted staff meals during shifts (as per employer policy)
- Real hospitality experience at a high-end American venue for your CV
- Daily English practice with native speakers and guests from around the world
What We're Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA program
- Conversational English and confidence speaking with guests
- Energy, speed and the ability to stay calm during busy dinner rushes
- Ability to stand, walk and carry trays for the full length of a shift
- A positive, team-first attitude and strong work ethic
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays
- No previous experience required – full training provided
Ready for the Best Summer of Your Life?
Positions at Forty One North fill up fast every season. Apply now, secure your place in Newport and start counting down to your American adventure!
About Rhode Island
Rhode Island may be tiny, but its Atlantic beaches and historic Newport pack in plenty of summer life. Students work in seaside resorts, restaurants and hotels along a beautiful coast.