About the employer
Moonlight Basin is a private club set in a secluded alpine valley in Big Sky, Montana, spanning thousands of acres in one of the most natural settings in the world. It's surrounded by the Lee-Metcalf Wilderness, the Gallatin National Forest and the Spanish Peaks, with Yellowstone National Park and Bozeman each about an hour away.
As a J-1 team member you'll work in a fast-paced hospitality environment alongside people from all over the world, gaining hands-on experience in teamwork and the highest levels of service. On days off, many team members head to Bozeman for shopping, movies and concerts, or enjoy farmers markets and outdoor adventures in Big Sky.
The job as Housekeeper
What you'll do
- Clean and reset guest areas and bathrooms, including dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming
- Scrub, sanitize, and wipe surfaces; empty trash and recycling
- Clean kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, and common spaces within homes
- Wash dishes and maintain clean kitchen areas
- Straighten and organize furniture
- Service multiple homes and public spaces during each workday
- Provide courteous, helpful service to members and guests, communicating any requests or preferences to supervisors
- Promote a positive image of the property through a pleasant, professional demeanor
- Complete assigned tasks within designated timeframes
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
The employer arranges fully furnished housing in the Town Center area of Big Sky, 15 minutes from the Moonlight Basin Lodge. Rooms are shared by 2 people; you may request a roommate, though pairings aren't guaranteed. Units include internet, a full kitchen, a washer and dryer, and easy access to transportation. Smoking is strictly prohibited.
Location: Sky, Montana
Why Big Sky, Montana?
Big Sky is one of America’s most spectacular mountain destinations, sitting between Yellowstone National Park and the Lee Metcalf Wilderness. In summer you can hike alpine trails, mountain bike, whitewater raft on the Gallatin River, ride horses, and watch wildlife right from the road. As autumn arrives, the hillsides turn gold and the air turns crisp — perfect for photography and road trips. Bozeman, a lively college town with an airport, is just an hour away.
About Montana
Montana is big-sky country - Yellowstone, Glacier National Park and endless mountains. Most students work in park lodges, resorts and gateway towns, surrounded by some of America's most dramatic nature.
Ready for Your Montana Summer?
Positions at Moonlight Basin fill quickly every season. If you’re looking for a safe, well-paid Work & Travel USA job in a breathtaking mountain setting, apply now and start planning the summer you’ll be telling stories about for years.
