Housekeeper
General information
Job duties
- Clean 8 guest bedrooms and bathrooms
- Change linens
- Launder and iron linens
- Clean all common rooms and kitchen
- Sweep, vacuum, and dust; scrub showers, toilets, sinks, etc.
- Clean the powder room (half bathroom) in the common area
- Vacuum and sweep all staircases, outside porches and walkways
- Occasionally work outside in the garden, such as wiping off outside furniture and sweeping patios
- Operate washing machines and dryers and iron sheets, pillowcases and cloth napkins
- Fold all laundry and put it away in its proper place
- Perform periodic special projects such as cleaning ceiling fans, wiping down baseboards and other deep cleaning tasks
Housing
Details
Live and Work Where the Mountains Meet the Sea
Imagine waking up in a historic New England village where sailboats fill the harbor, hiking trails start just minutes from your door, and lobster rolls are a lunchtime staple. Camden Maine Stay Inn is looking for energetic, reliable Work & Travel USA participants to join our Housekeeping team from summer through fall – the most beautiful season of the year in Maine.
Camden is regularly named one of the most charming small towns in America. As a member of our small, friendly inn team, you won’t just be another employee – you’ll be part of a close-knit crew that takes pride in creating a warm, welcoming experience for guests from all over the world.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Cleaning and refreshing guest rooms, bathrooms, and common areas to a high standard
- Changing bed linens, making beds, and restocking towels and amenities
- Vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and general tidying throughout the inn
- Handling laundry: washing, drying, folding, and organizing linens
- Reporting maintenance issues and lost-and-found items to management
- Greeting guests with a friendly smile and helping with simple requests
Pay & Working Conditions
- Hourly rate: $18.00 per hour
- Hours: approximately 35 hours per week
- Tips: Yes! Guests at boutique inns are generous, and tips add nicely to your earnings
- Season: Summer to Fall – stay for Maine’s spectacular autumn foliage
- Schedule: Mostly daytime shifts, leaving your afternoons and evenings free to explore
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 on a valid J-1 Work & Travel USA visa
- Conversational English – enough to understand instructions and greet guests
- Attention to detail and pride in doing a job well
- Physically fit and comfortable being on your feet, bending, and lifting linens
- Punctual, dependable, and ready to work as part of a team
- Positive attitude and a genuine smile – our guests notice!
- Previous housekeeping experience is a plus but not required – we train you
Perks of the Job
- Great hourly wage plus tips – excellent earning potential for a 35-hour week
- Small team, personal training, and supportive management
- Daily English practice with American and international guests
- Free time in the afternoons to enjoy the beach, trails, and town
- A U.S. work reference and real hospitality experience for your CV
Ready for a summer you’ll talk about for years? Apply now for the Housekeeper position at Camden Maine Stay Inn and make coastal Maine your home for the season. Spots at boutique inns like this one go fast!
Why choose Camden Maine Stay Inn
Why Camden, Maine?
Camden sits on Penobscot Bay, where the Camden Hills roll straight down to the Atlantic Ocean. In your free time you can hike Mount Battie for panoramic ocean views, kayak in the harbor, sail on a historic windjammer, swim at Laite Beach, or take weekend trips to Acadia National Park, Portland, and even Boston. Autumn brings world-famous fall colors and cozy small-town festivals – a truly unforgettable American experience.
About Maine
Maine is famous for its rocky coast, lobster, Acadia National Park and island lodges. Students often work in coastal resorts, restaurants and wilderness lodges in one of the most beautiful corners of New England.
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