About the employer
Hyannis Harbor Hotel sits right on the Hyannis Harbor waterfront in Hyannis, Massachusetts, and is part of Newport Hotel Group. It is close to Harborfront Village, Ocean Street and Main Street, with beaches, restaurants and plenty of entertainment nearby.
Positions are in Housekeeping and Front Desk. The hotel runs company-paid social events for employees, with the chance to win awards, incentives and raffle prizes. In your free time you can visit the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum, catch an outdoor concert at the Cape Cod Melody Tent, or take the ferry to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. Hyannis also offers harbor cruises, whale watches, parasailing, jet skiing and local collegiate baseball games.
The job as Housekeeper
What you'll do
- Thoroughly clean all guest rooms, hallways, lobbies, restrooms, elevators, stairways, function space, pool area, spa, recreational areas and other public areas
- Replace linen and terry
- Replenish guest amenities
- Empty wastebaskets
- Dust, mop and vacuum
- Clean windows
- Wash and fold laundry
- Replace guest supplies
- Keep storage areas and carts stocked and organized
- May be asked to assist with the planning and execution of recreational related activities
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
The employer offers optional shared seasonal housing, subject to availability. You share a room with one other participant of the same gender (2 per room). Each unit includes a bed, chest of drawers, closet, furniture, limited cooking facilities and shared kitchenettes, WiFi, reliable cellular service, and one set of linen and terry. Laundry facilities are a 5-10 minute walk away.
Location: Hyannis, Massachusetts
Why You’ll Love This Job
- $20.00 per hour – one of the strongest housekeeping rates on Cape Cod
- Tips included – guests regularly leave cash tips, boosting your weekly earnings
- 35 hours per week guaranteed, with a predictable schedule that leaves time for the beach
- Summer to Fall season – a long placement means more money saved and more time to travel
- Daytime hours in most cases, so your evenings are free for BBQs, harbor walks and beach bonfires
- Real hospitality experience with a respected U.S. hotel group – a great addition to your CV
- A friendly, multicultural team of students from around the world
Location Highlights
Hyannis, Massachusetts sits on Cape Cod, about 1.5 hours from Boston. From your doorstep you can explore Kalmus and Craigville Beaches, the Cape Cod Rail Trail, whale-watching tours, the JFK Museum and the famous seafood of Main Street. Weekend trips to Boston, New York City and the islands are easy and popular among Work & Travel participants.
About Massachusetts
Massachusetts offers Cape Cod beaches, historic Boston and island getaways. Popular summer jobs are in coastal resorts, restaurants and hotels in classic New England seaside towns.
Ready for the Best Summer of Your Life?
Positions at Hyannis Harbor Hotel fill quickly every season. Apply today, secure your spot on Cape Cod, and start counting down to your American summer.
