About the employer
Lake Quinault Lodge is a historic lodge in Quinault, Washington, operated by Aramark Destinations. Built in 1926, the cedar-clad building sits beside a vast lake surrounded by pristine forest and hiking trails. Inside, a huge stone fireplace warms a welcoming lobby where guests read, do jigsaw puzzles, play the piano and play games. The property is made up of three buildings – the lodge itself, the Lakeside building and the Boathouse.
As a seasonal student you'll work in a small, friendly team in a remote natural setting, meet people from around the world and spend your free time outdoors. Aramark is a global leader in professional services.
The job as Housekeeper (Early)
What you'll do
- Maintains friendly, efficient, positive customer service demeanor toward customers, clients, and co-workers.
- Is adaptable to customer needs.
- Maintains all assigned ancillary and department areas and corridors in a clean, neat and sanitary manner, to protect safety and health of others and in compliance with accurate preventative maintenance procedures as outlined in department policy.
- Inspects and uses judgment in determining which cleaning techniques outlined in orientation guidelines to follow.
- Demonstrates efficient and safe use of housekeeping equipment and solutions as observed by supervisor.
- May disinfect and sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides and sterilizing equipment.
- Diligently employs universal precautions when disposing of trash and bio-hazardous materials.
- Keeps cart properly stocked with equipment and cleaning supplies; ensures all chemicals are accurately labeled, and all equipment is in good working condition.
- Promotes effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary relationships, maintains professional conduct at all times.
- Assists in improving productivity and efficient operations of the department.
- Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence by adherence to component and departmental training commitments.
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
Housing is employer-provided and required: dormitory style, with some small single rooms and others shared with 3 people. Each dorm has one bathroom and houses only one gender. A microwave and fridge are included, while laundry, Wi-Fi and employee meals are available at the lodge, a 5-minute walk away.
Location: Quinault, Washington
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.
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.
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.
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